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The following equation represents the reaction between aluminum (Al) and bromine (Br2) to produce aluminum bromide (AlBr3):
2Al + 3 Br2 → 2AlBr3
If I try to react 15 grams of aluminum (Al) with 15 grams of bromine (Br2), calculate the number of moles of each reactant, and based on your answers, state which is the limiting reactant, Al or Br2. For your moles, give your answer to 3 significant figures.
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