Stoichiometry

AP Chemistry· difficulty 3/5

For 2 H₂ + O₂ → 2 H₂O: starting with 4 mol H₂ and 1 mol O₂, the limiting reagent is

  • A

    O₂

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  • B

    Both equal

  • C

    H₂O

  • D

    H₂

Explanation

Need 2 mol O₂ to use up 4 mol H₂; only 1 mol available → O₂ runs out first → O₂ is limiting; H₂ is in excess.

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