What Is the Coefficient of M When the Following Equation

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is the coefficient of M when the following equation is completed and balanced if M is an alkali metal? M (s) + H₂O (l) →

• A)1
• B)2
• C)3
• D)4
• E)0

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