Chapter 3, Problem 3.74P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mass of $\text{AgCl}$ and ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{S}$ formed by the reaction of $174{\text{ g Ag}}_{\text{2}}\text{S}$ with excess of hydrochloric acid is to be calculated.

Concept introduction:

The chemical equation corresponding to the given compound should be balanced properly. Balancing is a hit and trial method where one element is balanced at a time on both sides of the equation. The smallest whole number coefficients are used.

The mole ratio from the balanced chemical equation is used for determining the moles of product.