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Group 1A and 2A Reactions

23. Chemistry of the Nonmetals / Group 1A and 2A Reactions / Problem 2

Provide the balanced chemical equation that illustrates the synthesis of hydrogen gas using Mg as the primary reactant.

A

Mg(s) + 2HCl(l) → MgCl₂(aq) + H₂(g)

B

Mg(s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl₂(aq) + 2H₂(g)

C

Mg(s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl₂(aq) + H₂(g)

D

Mg(s) + HCl(aq) → MgCl₂(aq) + H(g)

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