Consider the reaction between sodium metal and chlorine gas to form sodium chloride (table salt): 2Na(s) + Cl₂(g) $\rightarrow$ 2NaCl(s) If 12.5 g of sodium react with sufficient chlorine, how many grams of sodium chloride should form?

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The balanced chemical equation gives the ratio of reactants and products, allowing for stoichiometric calculations. In this case, the ratio of Na to NaCl is 2:2 or 1:1. Therefore, if 12.5 g of Na reacts, 12.5 g of NaCl should form.

Consider the Reaction Between Sodium Metal and Chlorine Gas to Form