In an experiment, acetic acid is produced by mixing 5 moles of methanol with 2 moles of carbon monoxide. The balanced equation for this reaction is as follows: CH₃OH(l) + CO(g) → CH₃COOH(l)
What is the number of moles of acetic acid produced?

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The balanced chemical equation shows a 1:1 mole ratio between methanol and carbon monoxide to produce acetic acid. Since there are 2 moles of carbon monoxide, which is the limiting reactant, only 2 moles of acetic acid can be produced.

In an Experiment, Acetic Acid Is Produced by Mixing 5