Which of the following is NOT a limiting factor for the number of possible compounds? all elements have a different atomic number
many elements are unable to react with other elements
some elements are less reactive than others

all elements have a different atomic number

Explanation:

Atomic number of element does not affect their reactions with others

neutrons are in the middle of the atom and the electrons, which are much smaller.

  the   balanced   equation   for   reaction of   ca metal   with   o2 to   produce   cao   is as below

2 ca+ o2→ 2 cao2

  explanation

the reaction is   balanced     since the   number of atoms   in reactant side is   equal to   number of atoms   in   product side.   for   example   they   are 2   atom of   ca in   reactant   side   and   2   atoms of ca   in   the product side.

  the   process   is a   meet the   requirement   of   redox   reaction because :     calcium   is   oxidized   from   oxidation state 0   to 2+   while   oxygen   is reduced from   oxidation   state   0   to 2-