How to Balance Equations, and Why It Is So Important

Update: 2025-10-14

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In this episode:

What is a chemical equation
What are equations for
Why is balancing equations so important
How to balance equations
The Golden Rule
The one thing you mustn't balance
Three types of equations you need to know

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How to Balance Equations, and Why It Is So Important

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How to Balance Equations, and Why It Is So Important

How to Balance Equations, and Why It Is So Important