Limiting reagent (stoichiometric comparison) (Compare n_i/ν_i; smallest limits reaction extent)
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Compare n_i/ν_i; smallest limits reaction extent
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| n_i | Moles of reactant i available |
| ν_i | Stoichiometric coefficient in balanced equation |
| extent | Smallest n_i/ν_i caps product moles |
When to use this
Single reaction, complete consumption assumption for limiting reactant; coefficients must be balanced.