How many grams of C2H2 are needed to produce 15 moles of CO2?

Answer 1

This question is asking about the combustion of C₂H₂. The balanced equation is as follows:

2C₂H₂ + 5O₂ ==> 4CO₂ + 2H₂O

15 moles CO₂ x 2 mole C₂H₂ / 4 moles CO₂ x 26.03 g C₂H₂ / mole C₂H₂ = 195 g C₂H₂ needed =