H₂(g) + F₂(g) → 2HF(g)
Here's a breakdown of the equation:
* H₂(g) represents hydrogen gas, which is diatomic (two hydrogen atoms bonded together) and in the gaseous state.
* F₂(g) represents fluorine gas, also diatomic and in the gaseous state.
* HF(g) represents hydrogen fluoride gas, a compound formed by the combination of one hydrogen atom and one fluorine atom.
* The coefficient 2 in front of HF balances the equation, ensuring that there are equal numbers of hydrogen and fluorine atoms on both sides of the equation.
This reaction is a highly exothermic reaction, meaning it releases a significant amount of heat.
