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Ask a Teacher - Chemistry - Formulae and Equations - A Question from Mr Mcnally

Student Name Mr Mcnally
Question What is the chemical equation for the burning of hydrogen?
Answer Chemically burning is known as combustion and occurs when a substance reacts with oxygen.

Word equation: hydrogen + oxygen ® hydrogen oxide (water)

Formula equation: H2 + O2 ® H2O

Balanced equation. 2H2O + O2 ® 2H2O

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