When the Following Equation Is Balanced Using the Smallest Possible $\rightarrow$

question 41

Multiple Choice

When the following equation is balanced using the smallest possible integers, what is the number in front of the substance in bold type? NBr₃ + NaOH $\rightarrow$ N₂ + NaBr + HOBr

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 5

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Definitions:

Density

A physical property that describes the mass of a substance per unit volume.

Reflection

In geology, the process by which seismic waves bounce off layers within Earth's interior, helping to understand sub-surface structures.

Refraction

The bending of a wave, such as light or sound, as it passes from one medium to another medium of different density.

Seismic Wave

Seismic waves are waves of energy that travel through the Earth's layers, resulting from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other geologic processes.