Working with physical quantities

Chemistry often deals with quantities (amounts) of chemicals. What do moles have to do with chemistry? How do we measure the mass of different components in a chemical reaction? The mole and stoichiometry are explained here.

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The mole – what number does a mole represent and how is it used in chemistry? 25 minutes to complete
Quiz – The mole – can you complete calculations involving moles? 30 minutes to complete
Stoichiometry – what is the relationship between reactants and products in chemistry? 40 minutes to complete
Quiz – Stoichiometry – can you complete calculations involving stoichiometry? 25 minutes to complete

Cartoon of an experiment in chemistry. Beakers, flasks and other equipment

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Working with physical quantities

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