Question

Which of the following equations illustrates the law of conservation of

matter?
A. 4AI + 0₂ → 2Al2O3
B. 2Al + 0₂ → Al₂O3
C. 4AI +30₂ → 2Al₂O3
D. 2Al +302 → Al₂O3

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

First of all, the law of conservation of matter states that " In an ordinary chemical reaction, the mass of the products is equal to the mass of the reactants."

So, the answer should be C since the mass of Al and O₂ is equal on both the reactant's and product's side.

4Al + 3O₂ → 2Al₂O₃

Reactants Side: 4 aluminum and 6(3*2) oxygen

Products Side: 4(2*2) aluminum and 6(2*3) oxygen