1. Write the balanced chemical equation:
2 H₂ (g) + O₂ (g) → 2 H₂O (l)
This equation tells us that 2 moles of hydrogen gas (H₂) react with 1 mole of oxygen gas (O₂) to produce 2 moles of water (H₂O).
2. Determine the mole ratio:
The balanced equation shows a 2:2 mole ratio between hydrogen gas and water. This means for every 2 moles of hydrogen gas, 2 moles of water are produced.
3. Calculate the moles of water:
Since the mole ratio is 2:2, the number of moles of water produced is equal to the number of moles of hydrogen gas used:
Moles of H₂O = Moles of H₂ = 1.4 moles
Therefore, 1.4 moles of water are produced from the complete reaction of 1.4 moles of hydrogen gas.