Answer:
46 g
Explanation:
The balanced equation of the reaction between O and NO is
2 NO + O₂ ⇔ 2 NO₂
Now, you need to find the limiting reagent. Find the moles of each reactant and divide the moles by the coefficient in the equation.
NO: (80 g)/(30.006 g/mol) = 2.666 mol
(2.666 mol)/2 = 1.333
O₂: (16 g)/(31.998 g/mol) = 0.500 mol
(0.500 mol)/1 = 0.500 mol
Since O₂ is smaller, this is the limiting reagent.
The amount of NO₂ produced will depend on the limiting reagent. You need to look at the equation to determine the ratio. For every mole of O₂ reacted, 2 moles of NO₂ are produced.
To find grams of NO₂ produced, multiply moles of O₂ by the ratio of NO₂ to O₂. Then, convert moles of NO₂ to find grams.
0.500 mol O₂ × (2 mol NO₂/1 mol O₂) = 1.000 mol NO₂
1.000 mol × 46.005 g/mol = 46.005 g
You will produce 46 g of NO₂.
