key term - Magnitude

Definition

In chemistry, magnitude refers to the size or extent of something. It's often used to describe the amount or degree of a particular property or characteristic.

Related terms

Molar Mass:

This is the mass (in grams) of one mole of a substance. It's like knowing how much one album weighs in your vinyl collection.

Stoichiometry:

This is the calculation of quantities in chemical reactions. It's like figuring out how many songs you can fit into a playlist based on their length and the total time you have available.

Chemical Equilibrium:

This is when forward and reverse reactions occur at equal rates, so there are no net changes in concentrations. Like when you find that perfect balance between bass and treble for your favorite song.