Percent yield is a helpful way to measure how well a chemical reaction works. Let’s break it down:
Theoretical Yield: This is the most product we could possibly make based on the materials we start with.
Actual Yield: This is the amount of product we really make in the lab.
To calculate percent yield, you use this simple formula:
Percent Yield = (Actual Yield / Theoretical Yield) × 100
If your percent yield is high, it means your reaction is working well!
Percent yield is a helpful way to measure how well a chemical reaction works. Let’s break it down:
Theoretical Yield: This is the most product we could possibly make based on the materials we start with.
Actual Yield: This is the amount of product we really make in the lab.
To calculate percent yield, you use this simple formula:
Percent Yield = (Actual Yield / Theoretical Yield) × 100
If your percent yield is high, it means your reaction is working well!