The reaction below occurs in basic solution. In the balanced equation, what is the sum of the coefficients? Zn + NO₃^-$\rightarrow$ Zn(OH)₄²^- + NH₃

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The balanced equation is:
3Zn + 2NO3- + 6OH- → 3Zn(OH)2 + 2NO + H2O
The sum of the coefficients is 3+2+6+3+2+1 = 17, but since the equation is in basic solution, we need to add OH- ions to balance the charge. We add 6 OH- ions on the left side, and 2 OH- ions on the right side. Therefore, the sum of the coefficients is 3+2+6+3+2+1+6+2 = 23, which corresponds to choice C.

The Reaction Below Occurs in Basic Solution →\rightarrow→ Zn(OH)42- + NH3 A) 27 B) 19 C) 23 D)

The Reaction Below Occurs in Basic Solution $\rightarrow$ Zn(OH)₄²^- + NH₃
A) 27
B) 19
C) 23
D)