In the Reaction 3Cu(s) + 8HNO₃(aq)  3Cu(NO₃)₂(aq)

question 18

Multiple Choice

In the reaction 3Cu(s) + 8HNO₃(aq)  3Cu(NO₃) ₂(aq) + 4H₂O(l) + 2NO(g)
6.3 g of Cu and 100.0 mL of 1.0 M HNO₃ are combined. Which of the following statements is true?

• A) Cu and HNO₃ react in a 1:1 mole ratio.
• B) Cu is the limiting reagent, and 0.062 mol HNO₃ does not react.
• C) 0.080 mol H₂O is produced
• D) HNO₃ is the limiting reagent, and 0.062 mol Cu does not react.
• E) Cu and HNO₃ are present in stoichiometric amounts; neither is in excess.

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