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Write an Explanation. Balanced equations

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Write an Explanation.

Balanced equations

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A balanced equation is a symbolic representation of a chemical reaction where the number of atoms for each element is identical on both the reactant (left) and product (right) sides.

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Chapter 3: Chemical reactions and equations - Write an Explanation

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SCERT Maharashtra Science and Technology Part 1 [English] Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Chemical reactions and equations
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