The solid XY decomposes into gaseous X and Y:
If the reaction is carried out in a 22.4-L container, which initial amounts of X and Y result in the formation of solid XY?
- 2.0 mol X, 2.0 mol Y
- 1 mol X; 1 mol Y
- 5 mol X; 0.5 mol Y
- none of the above
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