Inspection Balance

Last step: Clear the fractions

The last step, if needed, after obtaining all numerical coefficients for all substances in the equation, multiply both sides by a common factor to clear the fractions if needed.

3 x (4/3S + 2NaOH --> 2/3Na2S + 1/3Na2S2O3 + 1H2O)

The balanced equation is:

4S + 6NaOH --> 2Na2S + Na2S2O3 + 3H2O

 

Finally, we have successfully balanced this equation! To review the step-by-step instruction, click on the "<Back" button and then "Next>" button. It is important not only to solve the problem, but also to understand how it is solved. That is a vital aspect of learning - master problem-solving skills, which is what this program intended for.

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