Question

Balance the chemical equation below using the smallest possible whole number stoichiometric coefficients.

Na(s) + O₂(g) → Na₂O₂ (s)

Answer 1

Answer: 2Na(s)+O₂(g) → Na₂O₂ (s)

Explanation: Since there is only one sodium on the left side of the equation and 2 on the right all you have to do is put a 2 in front of the sodium on the left