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Which element(s) are not balanced in this equation?

Fe2O3 + 3 CO → Fe + 3 CO2

A.
Only the Fe is unbalanced.

B.
Only the O is unbalanced

C.
Fe and O are both unbalanced.

D.
C and O are both unbalanced

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The correct response would be A. Only the Fe is unbalanced, all of the other elements are balanced.
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Check every element at both sides

Element left side right side conclusion

Fe 2 1 not balanced
O 3+3=6 3*2=6 balanced
C 3 3 balanced

Answer: only Fe is unbalanced (2 atoms at the left side and 1 atom at the right side)

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