Writing a balanced equation

Question

Write and balance the equation for the reaction between nitric acid and potassium iodide. The products are potassium nitrate, iodine, nitrogen monoxide, and water. Thank you for the help.

Answer 1

Reactants:

Nitric Acid: HNO₃

Potassium Iodide: KI

Products:

Potassium Nitrate: KNO₃

Iodine: I₂

Nitrogen Monoxide: NO

Water: H₂O

Balanced Reaction

8HNO₃ + 6KI -> 6KNO₃ + 3I₂ + 2NO + 4H₂O