2.4 Balancing Chemical Equations Flashcards
1
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What is the law of conservation of matter?
A
The law of conservation of matter states that the amount of mass stays the same, even when the mass changes form.
2
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Why do chemical equations need to be balance? Hint: explain and apply the law of conservation of matter)
A
Chemical equations need to be balanced because there has to be the same amount of atoms in the reactants and the products. Abiding the law of conservation of matter, having a balanced equation keeps the same amount of mass.
