stoichiometry
IPA: stˈoʊɪkiˈɑmʌtri
noun
- (uncountable, chemistry) The study and calculation of quantitative (measurable) relationships of the reactants and products in chemical reactions (chemical equations).
- (countable, chemistry) The quantitative relationship between the reactants and products of a specific reaction or equation.
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Examples of "stoichiometry" in Sentences
- Stoichiometry is a branch of chemistry that deals with the quantitative relationships between reactants and products in chemical reactions
- In stoichiometry, we use balanced chemical equations to determine the amount of each substance involved in a reaction
- The stoichiometry of a reaction can be used to calculate the limiting reactant and the theoretical yield of a product
- Understanding stoichiometry is essential for accurately predicting the outcome of chemical reactions
- By applying stoichiometry principles, scientists can design efficient synthesis routes and optimize reaction conditions
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