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Scarred Music asked in Education & ReferenceHomework Help · 7 years ago

Confused on science homework?

Dr. Halite combined a quantity of sodium metal with 68 grams of chlorine gas to make 116 grams of sodium chloride (table salt).

Part A: How many grams of sodium metal did he start with?

Part B: Describe the law of nature that supports your answer to part A

I have absolutely no idea how to do this, please help

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  • MICHAEL R
    Lv 7
    7 years ago
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    If the total is 116 grams of which 68 grams is chlorine, the remainder (116 grams - 68 grams = 48 grams) must be the sodium.

    Two gram moles of each element were used.

    Source(s): Chemical Engineer
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