Balancing Equations

Grade 945 min

Learning Objective

I can balance simple chemical equations by adjusting coefficients to ensure the same number of each type of atom appears on both sides of the equation.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Balancing chemical equations | Chemical reactions | High school chemistry | Khan Academy

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Balance this chemical equation: H₂ + O₂ → H₂O Balance this chemical equation: C + O₂ → CO

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