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Balance the following equation. Choose "blank" if no coefficient other than 1 is needed. K + H20 H2 + KOH

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2K + 2H₂O  =  2KOH + H₂
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Answer:The balanced chemical reaction;


2K+2H_2O\rightarrow H_2+2KOH

Step-by-step explanation:

The balanced chemical equation will be is given as :


2K+2H_2O\rightarrow 1H_2+2KOH

By the stoichiometry of the reaction , 2 moles of potassium metal reacts with 2 moles of water to give 1 mole of hydrogen gas and 2 mole potassium hydroxide.

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