Which Is the Limiting Reactant When 3

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which is the limiting reactant when 3.00 g of calcium are reacted with 8.00 g of water to produce hydrogen gas in the following equation?
Ca(s) + 2 H₂O(l) → Ca(OH) ₂(aq) + H₂(g)

• A)Ca
• B)H₂O
• C)Ca(OH)₂
• D)H₂
• E)not enough information is given

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