Write a balanced equation for the reaction of copper with silver nitrate. According to the balanced equation, what is the mole ratio of silver produced to copper reacted?

_ mol Ag produced : _mol Cu created

Balanced equation: Cu (s) + 2AgNO₃ (aq) → Cu (NO₃) ₂ (aq) + 2Ag (s)

Mole ratio: 2 mol Ag produced : 1 mol Cu used

Explanation: A balanced equation is an equation that has equal number of atoms of each element on both sides of the equation. It ensures the chemical equation obeys the law of conservation of mass.

In this case;

The balanced chemical equation for the reaction between copper and silver nitrate is;

Cu (s) + 2AgNO₃ (aq) → Cu (NO₃) ₂ (aq) + 2Ag (s)

It is an example of a single replacement reaction. From the equation 1 mole of copper reacts to generate 2 moles of silver. Therefore; the mole ratio is 2 mol Ag produced : 1 mol Cu used