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Assuming the reaction is at STP if 2.25 moles of Li are exposed to 3.25 moles of water, which is the limiting reactant?

Assuming the reaction is at STP if 2.25 moles of Li are exposed to 3.25 moles of water-example-1

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Answer: Lithium

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratio for the reaction of Li and water is the same, but there are more moles of water than lithium. Therefore, lithium is the limiting reactant.

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