Q. For the reaction, $X + 2Y \longrightarrow Z$ 5 Moles of $X$ and 9 moles of $Y$ will produce

A) 5 moles of $Z$
B) 8 moles of $Z$
C) 14 moles of $Z$
D) 4 moles of $Z$
Explanation

(d)
In a chemical reaction, coefficient represents mole of that substance.
$X + 2Y \longrightarrow Z$
This indicates 1 mole of $X$ reacts with 2 moles of $Y$ to form 1 mole of$Z$.
So, 5 moles of $X$ will require 10 moles of$Y$. But we have taken only 9 moles of $Y$.
Hence, $Y$ is in limiting quantity. Hence, we determine product from $Y$.
Thus, 5 moles of $X$ react with 9 moles of $Y$ to form 4 moles of $Z$.

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.