Limiting ReactantsWhich ingredient runs out first, and why that decides the…10th GradeA reaction stops when one reactant is used up, however much of the other remains.1BALANCE THE EQUATIONThe coefficients give the required mole ratio.2CONVERT BOTH TO MOLESMass divided by molar mass.3COMPARE WITH THE RATIOWhich reactant provides fewer 'sets' of the ratio?4USE THE LIMITING ONECalculate the product from that reactant only.THE SANDWICH ANALOGY2 slices of bread + 1 filling = 1 sandwich10 slices and 8 fillings → only 5 sandwiches. Bread limits.Percent yield = actual ÷ theoretical × 100. It is never above 100%in a correct experiment.Limiting Reactantswww.littleactivity.com

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Science · 10th Grade

Limiting Reactants

Which ingredient runs out first, and why that decides the yield.

How to use it

Convert both reactants to moles, then compare against the equation's ratio.

Free · print-ready PDF · US Letter and A4

Grade
10th Grade
Ages
15–16
Subject
Science
Pages
1

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