Concept explainers
Interpretation :
The false statement must be chosen from the given list regarding a balanced chemical equation.
Concept Introduction :
A balanced chemical equation is the representation of a
Answer to Problem 1STP
Correct answer: Option A is correct.
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option: Option A is correct because in a balanced chemical equation the coefficient might be other than 1.
Reasons for incorrect options: Option B is incorrect as it is not a false statement regarding a balanced chemical equation.
It has correctly stated that the ratio of coefficients in the balanced chemical equation is more meaningful than individual coefficient in a balanced equation.
Option C is incorrect as it is not a false statement regarding a balanced chemical equation.
It has correctly stated that the total number of atoms must be same in both sides in a balanced equation.
Option D is incorrect as it is not a false statement regarding a balanced chemical equation.
It has correctly stated that the two products in a balanced chemical equation can be written in any order.
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