Question

The following equation shows the correct molecules formed in the reaction, but the products are incorrect.
CH4 +2O2 → H2O + CO2 How would you correct the products? Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

well its the sunlight for the water and for the oxygen

Answer 2

The following equation shows the correct molecules formed in the reaction, but the products are incorrect.
CH4 +2O2 → H2O + CO2 How would you correct the products?

Answer 3

so is the equation CH2 +2O2 H2O +CO2?

Answer 4

This equation is for combustion, not photosynthesis.

The reactants and products *are* the correct *molecues*. However, if you count the # of hydrogen and oxygen atoms on each side, they are not balanced. There are 4 H atoms on the left side, 2 on the right side. There are 4 O atoms and only 3 Atoms on the right side. Can you think of how to balance it?

Answer 5

place a 2 on the other side

Answer 6

good

if you put a 2 in front of the H2O, the equation balances

Answer 7

awesome thank you for your help