Relative Formula Mass Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relative formula mass of a compound?
A
It is the sum of the relative atomic masses of the atoms in the formula.
2
Q
What does the sum of the relative formula masses of reactants equal in a balanced chemical equation?
A
It equals the sum of the relative formula masses of the products.
3
Q
What skill should students be able to perform regarding the relative formula mass?
A
Calculating the percentage by mass in a compound with the given relative formula mass and relative atomic masses.