Definition

The study of the amounts of substances involved in chemical reactions, focusing on how they relate to each other quantitatively.

Example

In chemistry class, we learned about stoichiometry and how to calculate the amounts of reactants needed for a reaction.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of stoichiometry?

Yeah, it's all about balancing chemical equations, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it helps us calculate reactants and products.

Totally! It's like a puzzle where you need all the right pieces to make it work.

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Root Explanation

Stoichiometry is formed from 'stoicheion' (Greek for element) and 'metron' (Greek for measure). The word refers to the measurement of elements in chemical reactions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'elements' ('stoicheion') being 'measured' ('metron') in chemistry — that's what stoichiometry is all about.

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