In an experiment, ammonia is produced by mixing 3 moles of nitrogen gas with 6 moles of hydrogen gas. The balanced equation for this reaction is as follows: N₂(g) + 3H₂(g) → 2NH₃(g)
What is the number of moles of ammonia produced?

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The balanced chemical equation given is N2(g) + 3H2(g) → 2NH3(g). According to the stoichiometry of the reaction, 1 mole of N2 reacts with 3 moles of H2 to produce 2 moles of NH3. Given that there are 3 moles of N2 and 6 moles of H2, the limiting reactant is N2 (since exactly 3 moles of H2 are required for each mole of N2, and there are enough moles of H2 to react with all the N2). Therefore, 3 moles of N2 would produce 2*3 = 6 moles of NH3, but the options provided seem to misinterpret the stoichiometry or the question might be incorrectly framed based on the provided options. Given the standard stoichiometry, 6 moles of NH3 should be produced, but this isn't an option, indicating a possible mistake in the interpretation of the question or the options provided. Based on the correct understanding of the stoichiometry, none of the options accurately reflect the outcome of the described reaction.

In an Experiment, Ammonia Is Produced by Mixing 3 Moles