Balancing Equations Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first step?
A
Write the word equation?
2
Q
What is the second step?
A
Write the Skeleton equation
Ex. _SiCl(4) + _H(2)O –> _SiO(2) + _HCl
3
Q
What is the third step?
A
Balance all atoms other than H and O
4
Q
What is the fourth step?
A
Balance H
5
Q
What is the fifth step?
A
Balance O
6
Q
What is the sixth step?
A
CHECK!
7
Q
Extra points?
A
- Don’t forget diatomic molecules
- Always follow naming rules
8
Q
Do chemical reactions create new atoms?
A
No, however nuclear reactions do
9
Q
Is there a change in the total mass
A
No, reactants=products
Law of conservation of mass
