Use the following chemical equation. (3 points)

Question

H2+O2→2H2O
Using the drop down box selection to construct a statement that correctly supports the argument that the chemical equation shown violates the law of conservation of matter.

(3 points)
There are more
atoms on the
of the arrow than on the
.

Answer 1

To support the argument that the chemical equation \( \text{H}_2 + \text{O}_2 \rightarrow 2\text{H}_2\text{O} \) violates the law of conservation of matter, you can fill in the statement as follows:

"There are more atoms on the right side of the arrow than on the left side."

This statement points out that there are four hydrogen atoms and two oxygen atoms on the right (products side) versus two hydrogen atoms and two oxygen atoms on the left (reactants side), which indicates a violation of the law of conservation of matter if the equation is not balanced.