Stochiometry Flashcards
1
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Empirical Formula
A
Simplest whole number combination of elements in that compound
2
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Molecular Formula
A
Actual whole number ratio between the elements in that compound
3
Q
Law of Conservation of Mass
A
The total mass of the products of a chemical reaction is the same as the total mass of the reactants
4
Q
Law of Conservation of Matter
A
Matter is neither created or destroyed but merely changed from one form into another
5
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Limiting Agent
A
-limits it determines the amount of product that can be formed in a reaction
-the reaction occurs only until the limiting reagent is used up
-the reactant that is not completely used up is called the excess reagent
