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Asked by Meaghan Crowley on Jul 05, 2024

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Which substance is a reactant in the following chemical equation? CO2 + H2O ↔ H2CO3

A) water
B) carbon
C) oxygen
D) hydrogen
E) carbonic acid

Chemical Equation

A chemical equation is a symbolic representation of a chemical reaction, displaying the reactants and products with their respective chemical formulas.

Reactant

Substance that participates in a chemical reaction. Compare with product.

Carbonic Acid

A weak acid formed when carbon dioxide is dissolved in water, playing a significant role in the carbon cycle and blood pH regulation.

  • Identify reactants and products in chemical equations.
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Aariyan TooleyJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Water (H₂O) is a reactant in the given chemical equation, as it is present on the left side of the equation and participates in the reaction to form the product.

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