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Which statement is true of chemical equations? A. Reactants are on the right. B. Products are on the right. C. Products have fewer atoms than reactants. D. Reactants have fewer atoms than products.

Name: Problem 20, Chapter 6: Glencoe Biology
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   Which statement is true of chemical equations?
A. Reactants are on the right.
B. Products are on the right.
C. Products have fewer atoms than reactants.
D. Reactants have fewer atoms than products.

Glencoe Biology

Alton Biggs 1st Edition

Chapter 6, Problem 20

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07/04/2020

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Step 1: In a chemical equation, the substances that are reacting are called reactants and are always written on the left side of the equation. Show more…

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Key Concepts

Chemical Equation Structure

Chemical equations are written in a specific format where the substances on the left-hand side of the equation (reactants) transform into the substances on the right-hand side (products). This format, with an arrow separating reactants and products, is essential to visually represent the chemical reaction.

Reactants and Products

In any chemical reaction, reactants refer to the initial substances that undergo change, while products are the resulting substances formed after the reaction. Recognizing their usual positions in a chemical equation helps in correctly interpreting and setting up reactions.

Balancing Chemical Equations

Balancing chemical equations involves ensuring that the number of atoms for each element is equal on both sides of the reaction. This process reflects the law of conservation of mass and is fundamental to accurately representing chemical reactions.

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