In the reaction 2 HgO --> 2 Hg + O2 how many moles of O2 are produced when 5 moles of HgO are decomposed?

2.5 moles of oxygen are produced.

Explanation:

Given data:

Number of moles of O₂ produced = ?

Number of moles of HgO decomposed = 5 mol

Solution:

Chemical equation:

2HgO      →     2Hg + O₂

now we will compare the moles of HgO and O₂.

           HgO         :          O₂

            2              :          1

            5              :         1/2×5 = 2.5

Thus, from 5 moles of HgO 2.5 moles of oxygen are produced.