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Ch.8 - Periodic Properties of the Elements
Chapter 8, Problem 9

Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between chlorine gas and fluorine gas.

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Identify the reactants: chlorine gas (Cl_2) and fluorine gas (F_2).
Determine the product: chlorine trifluoride (ClF_3) is a common product of this reaction.
Write the unbalanced chemical equation: Cl_2 + F_2 \rightarrow ClF_3.
Balance the equation by adjusting coefficients to ensure the same number of each type of atom on both sides of the equation.
Check the balance: Ensure that the number of Cl and F atoms are equal on both sides of the equation.