AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy · 8464
Specification 5.3.2.4 · Paper 3
Revise: Limiting ReactantsThe reactant left over is the excess reactant.
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GCSE Combined Science · key term
A reactant supplied in more than the amount needed to react completely with the other reactant, so some remains when the reaction finishes.
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Specification 5.3.2.4 · Paper 3
Revise: Limiting ReactantsThe reactant left over is the excess reactant.
Specification Acids · Paper 3, Paper 4
A reactant supplied in a greater amount than is needed to react completely with the other reactant, so some remains unreacted.
Calculate the maximum product from the limiting reactant, not from the full amount of the excess reactant.
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