Aluminum Can Form Clusters That Behave Similarly to Certain Atoms

question 31

Multiple Choice

Aluminum can form clusters that behave similarly to certain atoms. The “superatom,” Al₁₃, is thought to mimic chlorine. Suppose you create a process that generates KAl₁₃ (389.86 g/mol) and oxygen gas from aluminum oxide (101.96 g/mol) and potassium metal. How many grams of KAl₁₃ could be produced by the reaction of 102 grams of Al₂O₃? You will need to write a balanced chemical reaction.

• A)390 g
• B)97.5 g
• C)60.0 g
• D)15.00 g
• E)141 g

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