Chapter 12.1, Problem 7LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The similarity between a balanced equation and a recipe needs to be explained.

Concept introduction: A balanced equation is an equation in which the number of atoms of each species is equal in both reactant and product side.

Answer to Problem 7LC

In a balanced equation, there are reactants that react together to give the products and in a recipe, there are ingredients that cooked in specific quantities to give a good food.

Explanation of Solution

A balanced equation is very much similar to a recipe. This is because in a recipe, there are specific quantities of ingredients that are used to make a good food whereas, in a balanced equation, there are reactants that reacts in a stoichiometric ratio to give a desired product.

The example of a balanced equation is:

  ${\text{N}}_2+3{\text{H}}_2\to 2{\text{NH}}_3$

Conclusion

In a balanced equation, there are reactants that react together to give the products and in a recipe, there are ingredients that cooked in specific quantities to give a good food.