Which Statement Regarding Balanced Chemical Equations Is Not True

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding balanced chemical equations is not true?

• A)The number of each kind of atom must be the same on each side.
• B)Coefficients are used in front of formulas to balance the equation.
• C)Subscripts may be changed to make an equation simpler to balance.
• D)When no coefficient is written in front of a formula,the number "one" is assumed.
• E)Reactants are written to the left of the arrow.

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