In the reaction 2 H₂ + O₂ → 2 H₂O, what is the rate of loss of H₂ when compared to the rate of H₂O formation? A)You cannot tell from the reaction. B)H₂ loss is greater. C)H₂O formation is greater. D)They are the same.

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The rate of loss of H₂ is the same as the rate of H₂O formation because the stoichiometry of the reaction shows a 1:1 relationship between the consumption of H₂ and the production of H₂O.

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In the Reaction 2 H₂ + O₂ → 2 H₂O