Quantifying K+ and Stoichiometry

These flashcards cover key concepts related to stoichiometry, conversion factors, and the role of coefficients in chemical reactions.

What is stoichiometry?

Stoichiometry is the process of calculating quantities of matter in chemical reactions.

What do coefficients in chemical equations represent?

Coefficients in a balanced chemical equation represent the number of moles of reactants and products.

How is stoichiometry similar to a recipe?

Stoichiometry is like a recipe because it allows us to predict how much product can be made from given amounts of reactants.

In the reaction 2Mg + O2 → 2MgO, what does '2' in front of Mg represent?

The '2' represents that there are 2 moles of Magnesium (Mg) reacting.

What is a conversion factor in stoichiometry?

A conversion factor is a ratio that represents coefficients and is always equal to 1.

How are conversion factors structured?

Conversion factors are structured based on the quantities being compared and the requirements of the problem.