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26 June, 01:54

Both equation I and II are balanced, but equation II is the correct way to write the balanced equation. Why do you think this is? (Hint: Think fractions.)

I) 2 SnO2 + 4 H2 → 2 Sn + 4 H2O

II) SnO2 + 2 H2 → Sn + 2 H2O

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  1. 26 June, 04:33
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    Because you have to give the simplest ratio of equation. Equation I can be simplified by dividing all the coefficients by 2 to make it into equation II.

    *Every equation has to be in the simplest form of coefficients.

    Ratio of Equation I:

    2 : 4 : 2 : 4

    Ratio of Equation II:

    1 : 2 : 1 : 2
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