B. The following reaction takes place in an acidic solution. Use the following steps to balance the equation. (5 points)
Zn(s) + NO3–(aq) Zn2+(aq) + NO(g)
i. Write the reduction and oxidation half-reactions (without electrons). (1 point)
ii. Balance the equations for atoms. Use H2O and H+ to balance O and H. (1 point)
iii. Balance the equations for charge. (1 point)
iv. Equalize charges for the two half-reactions. (1 point)
v. Add the equations and simplify to get a balanced equation. (1 point)