Key Terms Flashcards
What does empirical formula mean?
The Empirical formula is the simplest whole number ratio of atoms within a chemical compound
Define relative atomic mass
Relative atomic mass is the weighted mean mass of an atom of an element compared to the 1/12th of the mass of an atom of C12
What is an isotope?
Isotopes are atoms of the same element that contain different numbers of neutrons from each other
What is the ideal gas equation?
pV = nRT
What does it mean when something is hydrated?
Hydrated = a crystalline compound containing water
What does it mean when something is anhydrous?
Anhydrous = a crystalline compound containing NO water
What is esterification?
The reaction of an alcohol with a carboxylic acid to produce an ester and water
What is an elimination?
Breaking up 1 molecule into 2 separate, smaller molecules