Definitions Flashcards
How many particles are there in one mole?
6.02 x 10 to the power of 23
Empirical formula
gives the smallest whole number ratio of atoms of each element in a compound.
Molecular formula
the actual numbers of atoms of each type of element in a molecule.
Nitrate formula
NO3-
Hydroxide
OH-
CArbonate
CO3 2-
Sulfate
SO4 2-
Ammonia
NH4 +
Phosphate
PO4 3-
Displacement reaction
a more reactive element reacts to take the pace of a less reactive one.
Neutralisation reaction
When a base reacts with acids a salt and water are produced.
What is formed in neutralisation with carbonates
CO2
Precipitation reaction
if 2 aqueous compounds react together and one of the products forms a solid its a precipitation reaction.
Molar gas volume
the space one mole of gas occupies at a certain room temp and pressure.
Error
the difference between an experimental value and the correct value.