Chapter 22, Problem 90AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The statement for the preparation of ultrapure $\text{Ge}$ from ${\text{GeO}}_{\text{2}}$ is given. The balanced equations for the preparation of ultrapure $\text{Ge}$ from ${\text{GeO}}_{\text{2}}$ .are to be identified.

Concept introduction: The balancing of the reaction involves making the number of atoms on the reactant side and the product side exactly equal.

To determine: The balanced equation of forming ultrapure $\text{Ge}$ from ${\text{GeO}}_{\text{2}}$ .