How do I write a balanced chemical equation for bromine and oleic acid?

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How do I write a balanced chemical equation for bromine and oleic acid?

2006-11-27 09:05:41 · 2 answers · asked by Nicole J 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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Oleic acid ((Z)-9-octadecenoic acid) + Br2 ---> 9,10-dibromooctadecanoic acid

Or:

C18H34O2 + Br2 ----> C18H34O2Br2

2006-11-28 02:53:19 · answer #1 · answered by Peter B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The only way you can write a balanced equation is if you have a reaction take place. So I am sorry but I cannot help you.

Bromine = Br
Oleic Acid = C18 H34 O2

2006-11-28 07:26:55 · answer #2 · answered by Clive 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋