In the process of obtaining lead from PbS, or galena, the galena is “roasted” (heated in the presence of oxygen), so that the following reaction occurs: 2PbS(s) + 3O2(g) --> 2PbO(s)  + 2SO2(g) If 50.0 g of PbS are mixed with 25.0 g of oxygen, how many grams of PbO should form?

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In the process of obtaining lead from PbS, or galena, the galena is “roasted” (heated in the presence of oxygen), so that the following reaction occurs: 2PbS(s) + 3O2(g) --> 2PbO(s)  + 2SO2(g) If 50.0 g of PbS are mixed with 25.0 g of oxygen, how many grams of PbO should form?  

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