Q: Which one of the following equations is the balanced chemical equation for the given reaction? Fe + H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + H₂
(a)Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + H₂
(b)3Fe + H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 2H₂
(c)3Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 4H₂
(d)3Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + H₂
Correct Answer: (c)
The correct answer is (a) 'Fe + 4H2O → Fe3O4 + H2'. This question from the General Studies domain tests knowledge of Miscellaneous.