Theoretical yield calculator

Convert a known limiting-reactant amount to product using the balanced-equation coefficient ratio.

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Convert a known limiting-reactant amount to product using the balanced-equation coefficient ratio.

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    Product moles = limiting reactant moles × product coefficient/reactant coefficient; mass = moles × product molar mass. You must identify the limiting reactant and balance the equation first. Does not assume quantitative reaction in practice.

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    Convert a known limiting-reactant amount to product using the balanced-equation coefficient ratio.

    Product moles = limiting reactant moles × product coefficient/reactant coefficient; mass = moles × product molar mass. You must identify the limiting reactant and balance the equation first. Does not assume quantitative reaction in practice.

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    A worked example

    Example inputs: limiting-reactant amount (mol) = 2, reactant coefficient = 1, product coefficient = 2, product molar mass (g/mol) = 18. Theoretical product mass (g) = 72.

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    Product moles = limiting reactant moles × product coefficient/reactant coefficient; mass = moles × product molar mass. You must identify the limiting reactant and balance the equation first. Does not assume quantitative reaction in practice.

    Example results for limiting-reactant amount (mol)

    These examples use Reactant coefficient: 1; Product coefficient: 2; Product molar mass (g/mol): 18. They are reference calculations, not recommended settings.

    Limiting-reactant amount (mol)Theoretical product mass (g)
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