Question

The following equation describes how sodium and chlorine react to produce sodium chloride: 2Na + Cl2 -> 2NaCl Is the equation balanced? Explain your answer.

Its balanced but idk how?​

Answer 1

The equation shows balance.

Step-by-step explanation:

You can easily count the number of elements on each side.

On the left side of the equation, you have 2 moles of Na and 2 moles of Cl.

On the right side of the equation, you also have 2 moles of Na and 2 moles of Cl because the two elements formed a compound meaning that whatever number is in front of them, both elements will receive the same number.