Question

In the reaction 2H, + O2 + 2H,0, if you have 3 moles of Hydrogen and 1 mole of oxygen, which is the limiting reactant?

Hydrogen
O Oxygen

Answer 1

O₂

Step-by-step explanation:

A quick way to determine Limiting Reactant => divide moles of each substance given in problem by respective coefficient of balanced equation ... the smaller resulting value is the Limiting Reactant.

2H₂ + O₂ => 2H₂O

Given: 3 moles H₂ 1mole O₂

=> 3/2 = 1.5 1/1 = 1

=> O₂ is Limiting Reactant