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Physical Science Studies: Structure, Interactions, and Properties of Matter
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Each side of a chemical equation must have the same number of atoms of each element.
Agree
Disagree
Explain why you voted the way you did.
Physical Science Studies: Structure, Interactions, and Properties of Matter
A person cleaning a window.
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Before Reading
Each side of a chemical equation must have the same number of atoms of each element.
Agree
Disagree
Explain why you voted the way you did.
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I would vote "Agree" because a chemical equation is a representation of a chemical reaction, and it follows the law of conservation of mass. This law states that matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction, which means that the number of atoms of each element must remain constant before and after the reaction. This is why both sides of the equation must have the same number of atoms for each element involved in the reaction. Balancing the equation ensures that this law is upheld, allowing for a clear understanding of the quantities and relationships of the reactants and products.