How to Calculate the Mass of Iron(III) Oxide from 500g of Iron?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the mass of iron(III) oxide (Fe2O3) produced from a reaction involving 500g of iron (Fe) and oxygen. The correct approach involves using the balanced chemical equation for the reaction, which is 4Fe + 3O2 → 2Fe2O3. Participants emphasize the importance of stoichiometric calculations, specifically using ratios and proportions or dimensional analysis to determine the mass of Fe2O3 formed from the given mass of iron.

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gravimetric stoichiomerty... eh? HELP

calculate the mass of iron(III) oxide (rust) produced by the reaction of 500g of iron with oxygen from the air

so i have no idea what do do here, my teacher sucks monkeys balls.



so i thought to do the mass of iron(III) oxide divided by the 500g but i know that's wrong. PLEASE HELP ME! I actually have no idea of what I am suppose to do.
 
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