What is the limiting reagent when 1.5 moles of nitrogen react with 6 moles of hydrogen? N2(g)+3H2(g)—> 2NH3(g)

Explanation

Given

N2(g)+3H2(g)—> 2NH3(g)

Number of moles of nitrogen = 1.5 moles

Number of moles of hydrogen = 6 moles

Required: Limiting reagent

Solution

For Nitrogen:

For Hydrogen:

The limiting reagent is Nitrogen, because less moles of NH3 will be produced by nitrogen, meaning it all of it gets used up.

Answer

The limiting reagent is Nitrogen.