Chapter 14, Problem 14.73P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The balanced equation for the thermal decomposition of potassium nitrate at low temperature has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Balanced equation:

In a chemical equation, the numbers of atoms or elements that present in both reactant and product sides are equal means this equation is known as balanced equation.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The balanced equation for the thermal decomposition of potassium nitrate at high temperature has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Balanced equation:

In a chemical equation, the numbers of atoms or elements that present in both reactant and product sides are equal means this equation is known as balanced equation.