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How many moles of potassium chlorate are heated to produce \(11\cdot 2\) L oxygen at STP ?

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Write the decomposition equation and use 22.4 L per mole at STP.
Updated On: Oct 1, 2026
  • \(\frac{1}{2}\) mole
  • \(\frac{1}{3}\) mole
  • \(\frac{1}{4}\) mole
  • \(\frac{2}{3}\) mole
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Work with volumes:
Balanced reaction: $2\text{KClO}_3 \rightarrow 2\text{KCl} + 3\text{O}_2$.
Using the molar volume at STP, 2 mol $\text{KClO}_3$ give $3\times 22.4 = 67.2$ L of oxygen.

Step 2: Unitary method:
For $67.2$ L of $\text{O}_2$ we need 2 mol of $\text{KClO}_3$.
For $11.2$ L we need $2\times\frac{11.2}{67.2}$ mol.
\[ 2\times\frac{11.2}{67.2} = \frac{2}{6} = \frac{1}{3}\text{ mol} \]
So the answer is option (B).

Final Answer:
The required amount is $\frac{1}{3}$ mol. \[ \boxed{\frac{1}{3}\text{ mol}} \]
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