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Chemistry Vocab4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| single replacement | When one element replaces another in a compound |
| empirical formula | The symbols for the elements combined in a compound, with subscripts showing the smallest whole number mole ratio of the different atoms in the compound. |
| Decomposition | When a single compound reacts to produce 2 or more substances |
| Combustion | When a substance combines with O |
| Mole Ratio | Relates the amount of moles of any two substances in a reaction |
| Stoichiometry | The study of quantities of materials consumed and produced in Chemical reactions |
| Limited reactant | Substance that is used up in the reaction |
| Synthesis | When 2 or more substances combine to form a new one |
| Percent Composition | Mass of element in sample compound divided by Mass of sample of compound X 100 |
| Double Displacement | When the ions of 2 compounds exchange places |