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Homework Statement
BaCl2+ 2NaF -->BaF2 + 2NaCl
Homework Equations
See above...how to get 100g of the BaF2 product?
The Attempt at a Solution
Did molecular weight of each compound in moles/g
Stoichiometry is a branch of chemistry that deals with the quantitative relationships between substances involved in chemical reactions. It involves calculating the amounts of reactants and products in a chemical reaction.
Stoichiometry is important because it allows scientists to predict the amount of products that will be formed in a chemical reaction, as well as the amount of reactants needed for a desired outcome. It also helps with identifying limiting reactants and determining the efficiency of a reaction.
Molar ratio and mole ratio are often used interchangeably, but there is a subtle difference. Molar ratio refers to the ratio of the number of moles of one substance to another in a chemical reaction, while mole ratio refers to the ratio of the number of molecules of one substance to another. In most cases, they are equivalent and can be used interchangeably.
Molar ratios can be calculated by using the coefficients in a balanced chemical equation. The coefficient represents the number of moles of each substance in the reaction. For example, in the equation 2H2 + O2 → 2H2O, the molar ratio of H2 to O2 is 2:1.
To solve stoichiometry problems, you need to follow a few steps. First, write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction. Next, determine the known and unknown quantities and convert them to moles. Then, use the molar ratio to calculate the number of moles of the unknown substance. Finally, convert the moles of the unknown substance back to the desired units, if necessary.