General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications (10th Edition)

Published by Pearson Prentice Hal
ISBN 10: 0132064529
ISBN 13: 978-0-13206-452-1

Chapter 2 - Atoms and the Atomic Theory - 2-2 Concept Assessment - Page 37: 2-2

Answer

Magnesium bromide and unreacted bromine are formed, and their masses combined equals the initial mass: 4.15 g + 82.6 g = 86.8 g. The mass of magnesium bromide can only be calculated by knowing the mass of unreacted bromine.

Work Step by Step

Magnesium bromide and unreacted bromine are formed, and their masses combined equals the initial mass: 4.15 g + 82.6 g = 86.8 g. The mass of magnesium bromide can only be calculated by knowing the mass of unreacted bromine.
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