Question

Convert each compound name into its chemical formula, then balance the equation. mercury (II) oxide ⇒ mercury + oxygen

Answer 1

HgO ⇒ Hg + 0.5 O₂

Step-by-step explanation:

Let's consider the following equation corresponding to the decomposition of mercury (II) oxide.

mercury (II) oxide ⇒ mercury + oxygen

The corresponding compounds are:

• mercury (II) oxide ⇒ HgO

• mercury ⇒ Hg

• oxygen ⇒ O₂

The balanced chemical equation is:

HgO ⇒ Hg + 0.5 O₂