Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stoichiometry
noun
/ˌstɔɪkiˈɒmɪtri/
Definition
Stoichiometry is the branch of chemistry that deals with the relationships between the quantities of substances involved in chemical reactions.
Examples
- Stoichiometry is essential for balancing chemical equations.
- Using stoichiometry, we can determine how much reactant is required for a reaction.
Meaning
It allows chemists to calculate the amounts of reactants and products in a chemical reaction, helping to predict outcomes and understand the composition of substances.
Synonyms
- Quantitative analysis
- Chemical calculation
