using the balanced equation for the fermentation reaction, calculate for the theoretical amount of alcohol to be produced using 10 grams of sucrose. 0.79 g/ml is ethanol's density.

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10grams of sucrose ÷ 180.15768g/mol sucrose × 2mol ethanol × 6.06904g/mol ethanol ÷ 0.79g/mL

= 6.5 mL ethanol
sorry there is slight changes. Here is the correct answer

10grams of sucrose ÷ 180.15768g/mol sucrose × 2mol ethanol × 46.06904g/mol ethanol ÷ 0.79g/mL

= 6.5 mL ethanol