Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 2 - Chemical Principles - Study Guide - Review - Page 51: 7d

Answer

First, note that the $H_2N$ is actually two Hydrogen molecules bonded to one Nitrogen molecule, which is intentionally not shown. Once we identify the two $H^+$ molecules, we see that one of the $H^+$ ion combines with the $OH^-$ ion on the other molecule to form water.

Work Step by Step

First, note that the $H_2N$ is actually two Hydrogen molecules bonded to one Nitrogen molecule, which is intentionally not shown. Once we identify the two $H^+$ molecules, we see that one of the $H^+$ ion combines with the $OH^-$ ion on the other molecule to form water.
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