Question

Which chemical equation represents the balanced reaction for the conversion of magnesium phosphide into its constituent elements?

A) Mg₃P₂ → 3Mg + 2P
B) Mg₃P₂ → 2Mg + 3P
C) 3Mg + 2P → Mg₃P₂
D) 2Mg + 3P → Mg₃P₂

Answer 1

The balanced chemical equation for the conversion of magnesium phosphide into its constituent elements is Mg₃P₂ → 3Mg + 2P (option A).

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct balanced chemical equation for the conversion of magnesium phosphide into its constituent elements is Mg₃P₂ → 3Mg + 2P (option A).

In this reaction, Mg₃P₂ breaks down into 3 atoms of magnesium (3Mg) and 2 atoms of phosphorus (2P).

It is important to note that in a balanced chemical equation, the number of atoms of each element must be the same on both sides of the equation.