3.5 The yield of a chemical reaction Flashcards
1
Q
What does a yield in a chemical reaction describe?
A
How much product is made?
2
Q
What is a yield in a chemical reaction?
A
The actual mass of a product collected in a reaction divided by the maximum mass that could have been formed in theory multiplied by 100
3
Q
Why should chemical manufactures use reactions with high yields?
A
To help conserve resources
