Yield
| Formula / Notation | %yield = (actual/theoretical) × 100; mol or mass basis |
|---|---|
| Also Known As | Percent yield, reaction yield, chemical yield, product yield |
What is Yield?
The amount of product obtained in a chemical reaction. Theoretical yield is the maximum possible amount calculated from stoichiometry; actual yield is what is actually obtained. Percent yield = (actual/theoretical) × 100%. Maximizing yield is important in industrial and synthetic chemistry.
Formula & Notation
Other Names / Synonyms: Percent yield, reaction yield, chemical yield, product yield
Properties & Characteristics
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
The amount of product obtained in a chemical reaction. Theoretical yield is the maximum possible amount calculated from stoichiometry; actual yield is what is actually obtained. Percent yield = (actual/theoretical) × 100%. Maximizing yield is important in industrial and synthetic chemistry.
Yield optimisation is central to industrial chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis for economic and environmental reasons. Percent yield calculations are used in academic chemistry to evaluate reaction performance. Yield data are required in regulatory submissions for pharmaceutical manufacturing pro…
Optimising yield can reduce the amount of unreacted, potentially hazardous starting materials remaining. Low yields may indicate formation of hazardous side products that require identification and safe disposal.
The formula or notation for Yield is: %yield = (actual/theoretical) × 100; mol or mass basis