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Mg2 + 2HCI(aq) → MgCI2(g) + H\(_{...

Mg2 + 2HCI(aq) → MgCI2(g) + H2(g).

From the equation above what mass of hydrogen would be produced if 12.0 g of magnesium reacted completely with dilute hydrochloric acid? (H = 1, Mg = 24)

A.

1.0g

B.

2.0g

C.

6.0g

D.

12.0g

E.

24.0g

Correct answer is A

Mg2 + 2HCI(aq) → MgCI2(g) + H2(g).

24g Mg reacts with 2g H

1g Mg = 224g H

12g Mg = 224×12g H

= 1g H.