Question

How many atoms of Hydrogen in the products of the following equation?

3NO2 + H2O --> NO + 2HNO3



1
3
4
2

Answer 1

2 atoms of H in the products side

Step-by-step explanation:

3NO₂ + H₂O → NO + 2HNO₃

In product side: 3 N (1 from NO and 6 from nitric acid), 7 O (6 from nitric acid + 1 from NO), 2 H

In reactant side: 3 N, 7 O (6 from the dioxide + 1 from water) and 2 H