Balancing Equation Homework: Tips and Techniques for Solving Equations

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To balance the equation 4FeS + 11O > 2Fe2O3 + 8SO2, start by focusing on the iron (Fe) and sulfur (S) atoms, ensuring their quantities match on both sides. The initial equation has 1 Fe on the left and 2 on the right, requiring adjustments. Similarly, there are 2 sulfur atoms on the left but only 1 on the right, necessitating further modifications. After balancing Fe and S, proceed to adjust the oxygen (O) atoms to ensure the entire equation is balanced. Proper attention to subscripts and the state of matter for each component is crucial for accurate balancing.
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Have you tried anything so far?
 
4FeS + 11O > 2Fe2O3 + 8SO2
For the first one?
 
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2SO2 + O2 > 2SO3

for the second one?
 
Can you tell me if the elements and compounds change in the equation, like do they all stay the same like gas, liquid or solid, or do any of them change?
 
Start with the Fe and the S and pay attention to subscripts.

You start with 1 Fe on the left but have 2 Fe on the right. Do something about this.

You start with 2 S on the left but have 1 S on the right. Do something about this.

Initially you need to balance the Fe and the S. After that, account for the O and make necessary balancing adjustments.
 

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