What is the mole ratio of carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide

Question

2CO+O₂ -> 2CO₂

Answer 1

Hello, Alyssa,

The term "mole ratio" refers to the porportions as documented in the balanced equation of these two substances. For this reaction:

2CO+O₂ -> 2CO₂

the mole ratio of CO to CO₂ is 2CO/2CO₂ or 1/1 or 1. We'll get 1 mole of CO₂ for every 1 mole of CO.

Bob