Intro to Chemistry

study guides for every class

that actually explain what's on your next test

Products

from class:

Intro to Chemistry

Definition

Products are the substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction. They appear on the right side of a balanced chemical equation.

congrats on reading the definition of products. now let's actually learn it.

ok, let's learn stuff

5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. In a balanced chemical equation, the mass and number of atoms of products must be equal to those of reactants.
  2. Products are formed when reactant bonds break and new bonds form during a chemical reaction.
  3. The identification of products is essential for predicting the outcome of chemical reactions.
  4. The coefficients in front of products in a balanced equation indicate the relative amounts needed or produced.
  5. In stoichiometry, products' amounts can be calculated using molar ratios derived from the balanced equation.

Review Questions

  • What are products in a chemical reaction?
  • How do you identify products in a balanced chemical equation?
  • Why is it important to balance the number of atoms for both reactants and products?
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.
Glossary
Guides