SUMMARY
The balanced chemical equation for the reaction between ammonia (NH3) and water (H2O) to form ammonium hydroxide (NH4OH) is NH3 + H2O → NH4OH. The initial attempt of 8NH3 + H2O → 2NH4OH is incorrect due to miscounting the nitrogen atoms. The correct balancing involves recognizing that there is one nitrogen atom on the reactant side and one on the product side, confirming that the equation is balanced as written. Understanding the individual components of the compounds is crucial for accurate balancing.
PREREQUISITES
- Chemical equation balancing
- Basic knowledge of chemical compounds (NH3, H2O, NH4OH)
- Understanding of molecular formulas
- Familiarity with stoichiometry
NEXT STEPS
- Study the principles of balancing chemical equations
- Learn about stoichiometric coefficients in chemical reactions
- Explore the properties and reactions of ammonia and ammonium compounds
- Practice with more complex chemical equations involving multiple reactants and products
USEFUL FOR
Chemistry students, educators, and anyone interested in mastering the fundamentals of chemical reactions and balancing equations.
