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What is the first step in balancing a chemical equation?
Count the atoms!
In the equation H₂ + O₂ → H₂O, how many hydrogen atoms are on the left?
Look at the formula for hydrogen.
What principle does balancing chemical equations follow?
Think about what happens in a reaction!
True or False: Coefficients in a chemical equation can only be whole numbers.
Consider how we express amounts in equations.
Why is it important to balance chemical equations in real-world applications like pharmaceuticals?
Consider how medications work within a chemical context.
Create a balanced equation for the combustion of propane (C₃H₈).
Remember to balance carbon, then hydrogen, followed by oxygen.
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