Question

C6H12O6 + 602 → 6CO2 + 6H₂O

The most efficient ratio is
1 C6H12O6 6 02.
Which set of reactants will be the most
efficient (least wasteful of materials) for
the reaction?
A. 1.0 mol C6H12O6 and 3.0 mol O₂
B. 1.5 mol C6H₁2O6 and 3.0 mol O₂
C. 3.0 mol C6H₁2O6 and 6.0 mol O₂
D. 0.5 mol C6H₁2O6 and 3.0 mol O₂

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratio of C6H12O6 (which will be referred to as "the carb") to oxygen is 1 to 6, so if we find an answer which has the same ratio, it should be chosen. A is 1:3
B is even worse with a ratio of the carb to oxygen of 1:2
C is the same as B, 1:2
D has a ratio of the carb to oxygen of 1:6, which is what we are looking for.