Summary
The theoretical yield is the yield that would be produced if the reaction
proceeded exactly (ie 100 percent) as indicated by the balanced equation.
proceeded exactly (ie 100 percent) as indicated by the balanced equation.
However, reactions rarely proceed exactly as indicated by the equation.
You must therefore be able to calculate the percentage yield:
You must therefore be able to calculate the percentage yield:
Percentage Yield = Actual Yield x 100 %
Theoretical Yield
Theoretical Yield