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In the combustion of methane, what is the limiting reactant and why?

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To determine the limiting reactant in the combustion of methane (CH₄), we need to analyze the balanced chemical equation for the reaction and the amounts of reactants involved. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Write the Balanced Chemical Equation**: The combustion of methane can be represented by the following balanced equation: \[ CH_4 + 2O_2 \rightarrow CO_2 + 2H_2O ...
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