Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Chemical Calculations (Section 2 - No. 3)
What does the term 'limiting reagent' refer to in a chemical reaction?
The reactant that is present in the smallest amount.
The reactant that is completely consumed first, determining the maximum amount of product formed.
The reactant that is in excess and remains unreacted at the end of the reaction.
The reactant with the highest molar mass.
Explanation
The limiting reagent is the reactant that is completely consumed first, thus limiting the amount of product that can be formed.
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