Chapter 12, Problem 8STP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To state whether statement I and statement II are true or false. To determine if statement II is the correct explanation of statement I.

Concept Introduction: The formation of products is dependent on the number of reactants. The reactant that is consumed first is known as the limiting reactant, when this reactant is consumed completely, then there will be no more formation of products.

Answer to Problem 8STP

Statement I is the correct explanation for Statement II.

Explanation of Solution

The limiting reagent is the one that is consumed first. After the reaction, the amount of limiting reagent is zero.

Therefore, the given statement (a statement I) is true.

The limiting reagent is one that is consumed first or that is completely used up in the reaction.

Therefore, statement II is true.

Conclusion

Thus, the statement I is the correct explanation for Statement II.