For the reaction shown, find the limiting reactant for each of the following initial amounts of reactant. 4Al (s) + 3 O2 (g) - 2 Al2O3 (s) Express your answer as a chemical formula a) 1.0g Al; 1.0g O2 b) 2.2 g Al; 1.8g O2 c) 0.353g Al; 0.482g O2

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For the reaction shown, find the limiting reactant for each of the following initial amounts of reactant.

4Al (s) + 3 O2 (g) - 2 Al2O3 (s)

Express your answer as a chemical formula

a) 1.0g Al; 1.0g O2

b) 2.2 g Al; 1.8g O2

c) 0.353g Al; 0.482g O2

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