The reaction used to produce solid iron ore is below. Fe2O3 (s) + 3CO (g) à 2Fe (s) + 3CO2 (g)

The reaction of Fe2O3 with CO has a theoretical yield of 129 grams solid Fe. In the laboratory, your reaction produces 87.4 grams of solid Fe. What is the percent yield?

chemical changes occur when a substance combines with another to form a new substance, called chemical synthesis or, alternatively, chemical decomposition into two or more different substances. these processes are called chemical reactions and, in general, are not reversible except by further chemical reactions. some reactions produce heat and are called exothermic reactions and others may require heat to enable the reaction to occur, which are called endothermic reactions. understanding chemical changes is a major part of the science of chemistry.