Question

Balance the reactant and the product. Explain the mechanism.
$zn + hcl - > zn {cl}^{2} + {h}^{2}$
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Answer 1

Explanation:

Zn(s)+2HCl(aq)→ZnCl

2

(aq)+H

2

(g)

The given reaction is in its balanced state. The number of Zn atoms on both sides = 1, H atoms = 2 and Cl atoms = 2.