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Chemical Calculations

Chapter summary

Chemical Calculations, at a glance

Turn formulae, measurements and equations into defensible numerical answers.

O-Level 6092 (2026) / SEC G3 K324 (2027)

Quick revision

Revisit the essentials, then return to an explanation when you need it.

Calculation route
  1. Formula and equation

    Balance before calculating.

  2. Known quantity to moles

    n = m/M; n = cV; n = V/24 at room conditions.

  3. Mole ratio

    Use coefficients, including the limiting reactant.

  4. Requested quantity

    Convert moles and include units.

Pure only

For ionic equations conserve charge as well as atoms. For concentration use dm3. Percent composition, empirical/molecular formulae, yield and purity are Pure extensions.

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