Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction of potassium and water. A) K(s)+ H₂O( )→ KO(s)+ H₂(g) B) 2 K(s)+ 2 H₂O( )→ 2 KOH(aq)+ H₂(g) C) 2 K(s)+ 2 H₂O( )→ K₂O₂(s)+ 2 H₂(g) D) 2 K(s)+ H₂O( )→ K₂O(s)+ H₂(g) E) 4 K(s)+ 2 H₂O( )→ 4 KH(s)+ O₂(g)

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The balanced chemical equation for the reaction of potassium and water is: 
2 K(s) + 2 H2O(l) → 2 KOH(aq) + H2(g) 
Option B is the correct choice as it has the correct coefficients and products for this reaction. Option A is incorrect as it only produces KO, which is not correct. Option C is incorrect as it produces a new compound (K2O), which is not formed in this reaction. Option D is incorrect as it only produces KO and H2, which are not balanced. Option E is incorrect as it produces KH, which is not formed in this reaction.

Write a Balanced Chemical Equation for the Reaction of Potassium