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Use the balanced equation of a nitrogen cycle pathway below to support the conservation of matter and energy.

N2 + 8 H --> 2 NH3 + H2

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Law of thermodynamics states that matter and energy cannot be destroyed or created, but can be converted from one form to another. A balanced equation ensures that this basic principle is observed.

On the left-hand side of the equation (the reactants), there are 2 Nitrogen moles and 8 Hydrogen moles. After the reaction, the molecules are rearranged. Nonetheless, the moles of Nitrogen and Hydrogen in the products remain the same.


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