Answer:
C.) 16
Explanation:
An equation is balanced when there are equal amounts of each element on both sides of the reaction. These values can be modified by adding coefficients.
The unbalanced equation:
C₄H₁₀O + O₂ -----> CO₂ + H₂O
Reactants: 4 carbon, 10 hydrogen, 3 oxygen
Products: 1 carbon, 2 hydrogen, 3 oxygen
The balanced equation:
1 C₄H₁₀O + 6 O₂ -----> 4 CO₂ + 5 H₂O
Reactants: 4 carbon, 10 hydrogen, 13 oxygen
Products: 4 carbon, 10 hydrogen, 13 oxygen
Now, you can add the coefficients:
1 + 6 + 4 + 5 = 16
