How Does This Appear When Properly Balanced: NaClO₃ → O₂

question 13

Multiple Choice

How does this appear when properly balanced: NaClO₃ → O₂ + NaCl?

• A)2 NaClO₃ → O₂ + 2 NaCl
• B)2 NaClO₃ → 3 O₂ + 2 NaCl
• C)2 NaClO₃ → 3 O₂ + NaCl
• D)NaClO₃ → 3 O₂ + 2 NaCl

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