Question

Write a balanced equation for the double replacement neutralization reaction described using the smallest possible integer coefficient. A reaction occur when adequate solution of barium hydroxide and perchloric acid are combined?

Answer 1

The answer to your question is Ba(OH)₂ + 2HClO₄ ⇒ Ba(ClO₄)₂ + 2H₂O

Step-by-step explanation:

Reactants

Barium hydroxide

Perchloric acid

Formula

Barium hydroxide = Ba(OH)₂

Perchloric acid = HClO₄

Equation (it is a double replacement)

Ba(OH)₂ + HClO₄ ⇒ Ba(ClO₄)₂ + H₂O

Reactants Elements Products

1 Ba 1

1 Cl 2

3 H 2

6 O 9

This reaction is unbalanced

2) Balance the chemical reaction

Ba(OH)₂ + 2HClO₄ ⇒ Ba(ClO₄)₂ + 2H₂O

Reactants Elements Products

1 Ba 1

2 Cl 2

4 H 4

10 O 10

Now the reaction is balanced

Products

Ba(ClO₄)₂ Barium perchloride

2H₂O water