Problem: For each of the given situations, indicate whether S or O 2 is the limiting reactant.a. 3 mol Sulfur, 4 mol Oxygenb. 3 mol Sulfur, 5 mol Oxygenc. 3 mol Sulfur, 3 mol Oxygen

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For each of the given situations, indicate whether S or O 2 is the limiting reactant.

a. 3 mol Sulfur, 4 mol Oxygen

b. 3 mol Sulfur, 5 mol Oxygen

c. 3 mol Sulfur, 3 mol Oxygen

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