Answer:
4.6 × 10²³ molecules:
Step-by-step solution
You will need a balanced equation with masses, moles, and molar masses, so let's gather the information in one place:
M_r: 22.99
2Na + 2H₂O ⟶ 2NaOH + H₂
m/g: 35
1. Calculate the moles of Na
Moles of Na = 35 g Na × (1 mol Na/22.99 g Na)
Moles of Na = 1.52 mol Na
2. Calculate the moles of H₂
Moles of H₂ = 1.52 mol Na × (1 mol H₂/2 mol Na)
Moles of H₂= 0.761 mol H₂
3. Calculate the molecules of H₂
6.022 × 10²³ molecules H₂ = 1 mol H₂
Molecules of H₂ = 0.761 × (6.022 × 10²³
/1)
Molecules of H₂ = 4.6 × 10²³ molecules H₂
The reaction forms 4.6 × 10²³ molecules of H₂.
