Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Formulae

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Propane reacts with oxygen. $\text{C}_3\text{H}_8 + x\text{O}_2 \rightarrow 3\text{CO}_2 + y\text{H}_2\text{O}$. What values of $x$ and $y$ make the equation balanced?

  • A$x = 5$, $y = 4$
  • B$x = 7$, $y = 4$
  • C$x = 10$, $y = 8$
  • D$x = 13$, $y = 8$

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