Chemical Reactions and How Much? Flashcards
1
Q
What is Stoichiometry?
A
Stoichiometry is the relationship between the relative quantities of substances taking part in a reaction or forming a compound, typically a ratio of whole integers.
2
Q
How do you check if something is balanced?
A
You check if both sides of the equation have equal weights after the swap.
3
Q
What are Mole Ratios?
A
Ratios between the Moles in/of a reaction.
4
Q
Determine the balanced chemical reaction the derived mole ratio is correct or incorrect.
4Zn + 10HNO3 -> 4Zn(NO3)2 + N2O + 5H2O
(4 moles Zn(NO3)2 / 2 mole N2O)
A
Incorrect.