Chemistry:
What is the general formula for a chemical reaction?
reactants >> products
The general formula for a chemical reaction can be represented using the format "reactants >> products." This arrow separates the reactants, which are the substances that undergo a chemical change, from the products, which are the new substances formed as a result of the reaction. The reactants are placed on the left side of the arrow, and the products are placed on the right side.
To determine the specific formula for a chemical reaction, you need to know the identities of the reactants and products involved. This information can be obtained through experimental data, literature references, or chemical equations already provided. By understanding the reactants and products, you can write a balanced chemical equation that follows the law of conservation of mass, ensuring that the number of atoms on both sides of the equation remains equal.