What Is the Coefficient of H₂O When the Following Equation $\rarr$

question 58

Multiple Choice

What is the coefficient of H₂O when the following equation is properly balanced
___ Al₄C₃ + ___ H₂O $\rarr$ ___ Al(OH) ₃ + ___ CH₄

• A) 3
• B) 4
• C) 6
• D) 12
• E) 24

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