Chemistry Stoichiometry ETEA 2024
PMDC Verified Question 16 of 105
Actual yield will reach the ideal (theoretical) value if the % yield of the reaction is,
A
10%
B
50%
C
90%
D
100%
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option D: 100%
Concept:

The mathematical relationship between actual, theoretical, and percent yield perfectly dictates this logic. If the real-world mass matches the paper-calculated mass, the reaction was flawless.

Formula:

$$ \text{If Actual} = \text{Theoretical, then } \frac{\text{Actual}}{\text{Theoretical}} = 1 $$

Solution:

  • The formula is \( \% \text{ yield} = (\text{Actual} / \text{Theoretical}) \times 100 \).


  • If the Actual yield exactly equals the Theoretical yield, the fraction (Actual/Theoretical) becomes exactly 1.


  • \( 1 \times 100 = 100\% \).


  • Therefore, a 100% percent yield implies zero mechanical losses, zero side reactions, and perfect 100% stoichiometric efficiency.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • 10%, 50%, 90%: All these numbers indicate that the actual yield fell significantly short of the ideal theoretical value.

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