Chemical Reactions(Ch.4): balancing equations, stoichiometry, and limiting reactants

Chemical reactions are a fundamental aspect of chemistry, and they describe the transformation of one or more substances into new substances with different properties. Balancing chemical equations is an essential step in understanding and predicting chemical reactions, as it ensures that the same number and types of atoms are present on both sides of the equation. Stoichiometry is the quantitative relationship between the reactants and products in a chemical reaction, which can be used to determine the amount of reactants required or products formed. Limiting reactants are the reactants that are completely consumed in a reaction, thereby limiting the amount of product that can be formed. Understanding these concepts is crucial for predicting the outcome of chemical reactions, optimizing reaction conditions, and designing chemical processes.