Limiting reactant- Examples, Problems & method to find limiting reactant

LEARNING OBJECTIVES In this article, the author has explained what is a limiting reactant, definition, examples and method to find a limiting reactant in during a chemical reaction. Limiting reactant Definition In a chemical reaction, the limiting reactant is the reactant that is completely consumed when the reaction is complete. Watch the video lecture to better understand … Read more

Stoichiometry and yield of balanced chemical reactions

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Learning objectives In this article the author has explained stoichiometry and limiting reactant. What is Stoichiometry? The branch of chemistry that deals with the study of the relationship between the quantities of reactions and products as given by a balanced chemical equation is called stoichiometry. Definition of stoichiometry Advantages and Limitations of a chemical equation … Read more

Avogadro’s number and Molar Volume-Themasterchemistry.com

Learning Objectives In this article, the author has explained Avogadro’s number, molar volume, and different formulas to calculate the number of ions, particles, and molecules. It is the number of particles (atoms, ions, or molecules) present in one mole of a substance. It is denoted by Na and its value is 6.022×1023. One mole of  … Read more

Determination of molecular and empirical formula by combustion analysis

In this article, the author has explained about… Analysis of compound Molecular and Empirical Formula Combustion analysis Percentage of elements in a compound Analysis of a compound To find the molecular formula of a compound following steps are considered. All the elements present in the compound are identified. This is called qualitative analysis. The mass … Read more

Mass spectrometry and detection of isotopes

In this article, the author has explained the following… Basics of mass spectrometry and detection of isotopes. The basic principle of the mass spectrometer Parts of mass spectrometer relationship between isotopes and atomic mass What is Mass spectrometry? Mass spectrometry is an analytical method used to measure the exact masses of the different isotopes of … Read more

Basic concepts in chemistry-Atom, Elements, relative atomic mass unit

LEARNING OBJECTIVES In this article, the author has explained basic concepts of chemistry. This article covers the topic such as elements, relative atomic mass unity. Basic concepts in chemistry-Atom, Elements, relative atomic mass unit Chemistry is considered to be a boring subject. This consideration makes chemistry more difficult to understand. The basic concepts in chemistry can help … Read more