Chemistry Equation Calculator

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Stoichiometry & Equation Calculator

Calculation Results:
Moles of Known Substance: 0 mol
Moles of Target Substance: 0 mol
Theoretical Yield of Target: 0 grams

How to Use the Chemistry Equation Calculator

This stoichiometry calculator helps you determine the amount of a target product or reactant needed based on a balanced chemical equation. To get accurate results, you must first have your chemical equation balanced to find the stoichiometric coefficients.

Step-by-Step Calculation Guide:

  1. Balance the Equation: For example, in 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O, the coefficient for H₂ is 2 and O₂ is 1.
  2. Find Molar Masses: Use a periodic table to sum the atomic masses (e.g., H₂O = 1.008*2 + 15.999 = 18.015 g/mol).
  3. Input Your Mass: Enter the weight in grams of the substance you are starting with.
  4. Ratio Conversion: The calculator uses the molar ratio (Target Coefficient / Known Coefficient) to bridge the gap between substances.

The Math Behind Stoichiometry

The calculation follows the standard "Mass-to-Mass" pathway in chemistry:

Mass(A) ÷ Molar Mass(A) × (Coefficient B / Coefficient A) × Molar Mass(B) = Mass(B)

Practical Example: Combustion of Methane

If you have 16 grams of Methane (CH₄) and want to find how much Oxygen (O₂) is required for complete combustion:

  • Equation: CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O
  • Mass of Known: 16g
  • Molar Mass CH₄: 16.04 g/mol
  • Coefficient Known (CH₄): 1
  • Coefficient Target (O₂): 2
  • Molar Mass Target (O₂): 32.00 g/mol

By entering these values, the calculator will show you that 64 grams of Oxygen are required to react completely with 16 grams of Methane.

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