⚖️ Chemical Equation Balancer

Steps to Balance Equations:

1. Count atoms: List all elements and count atoms on each side
2. Start with complex molecules: Balance the most complex compound first
3. Use coefficients: Add coefficients (numbers in front) to balance
4. Balance one element at a time: Work systematically through each element
5. Save hydrogen and oxygen for last: These are often in multiple compounds
6. Check your work: Verify all elements are balanced
7. Use smallest whole numbers: Reduce coefficients to lowest terms

Conservation Laws:

Common Balancing Tips:

• Never change chemical formulas, only add coefficients
• Balance polyatomic ions as units when they appear unchanged
• Use fractions if needed, then multiply to get whole numbers
• Check that coefficients are in lowest terms