An unbalanced chemical equation is shown: 2NaN3 → 2Na + N2 Which of the

following statements explains why the equation is not balanced?

(a. Four molecules of N2 should be produced during the decomposition.

(b. Three molecules of N2 should be produced during the decomposition.

(c. Four molecules of N2 should be produced during the synthesis reaction.

(d. Three molecules of N2 should be produced during the synthesis reaction.

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Gilberto Roman

18 May, 02:29

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Damian Parrish · Answer 1

B. Three molecules of N2 should be produced during the decomposition

Ximena Greene · Answer 2

The correct answer is B) Three molecules of N2 should be produced during the decomposition.