Use the following chemical equation. (3 points)

Question

H2+O2→2H2O


Using the drop down box selection, 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
oxygen
atoms on the
right side
of the arrow than on the
left side
.

Answer 1

The given statement that supports the argument that the chemical equation violates the law of conservation of matter can be constructed as follows:

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

This indicates a discrepancy in the number of atoms before and after the reaction, which contradicts the law of conservation of matter, which states that matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction.