The equation for the reaction between potassium hydroxide solution and dilute hydrochloric acid is KOH + HCl → KCl + H2O Calculate the atom economy for the production of potassium chloride from potassium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid. (relative formula masses: KOH = 56.0, HCl = 36.5, KCl = 74.5, H2O = 18.0) Give your answer to one decimal place. – 9018

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The equation for the reaction between potassium hydroxide solution and dilute hydrochloric acid is 

KOH + HCl → KCl + H2O 

Calculate the atom economy for the production of potassium chloride from potassium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid. 

(relative formula masses: KOH = 56.0, HCl = 36.5, KCl = 74.5, H2O = 18.0) 

Give your answer to one decimal place. (4)

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