The balanced reaction is:
C2H5OH + 3 O2(g) → 2 CO2(g) + 3 H2O(g)
From the diagram:
From the reaction:
Consider the mixture of ethanol, C2H5OH, and O2 shown in the accompanying diagram.
Which reactant is the limiting reactant?
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