
Curtis T. answered 02/09/23
Bachelor's Degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
From the balanced equation, we see that 2 moles of potassium (K) react with 1 mole of chlorine (Cl2) to produce 2 moles of potassium chloride (KCl).
So, if we have 2.20 moles of potassium, we can calculate the amount of potassium chloride produced as follows:
2.20 moles K * 2 moles KCl/2 moles K = 2.20 * 2/2 = 2.20 moles KCl
Therefore, 2.20 moles of potassium will produce 2.20 moles of potassium chloride.
With experience, you will notice that there is a 1:1 ratio of K:KCl. In other words, for every one mole of K consumed, one mole of KCl is produced. This will save you time!