If the actual yield of #PBr_3# s found to be 22.3 g, how do you find the percent yield in this reaction?
The reaction between phosphorus and liquid bromine is outlined as: #2P(s) + 3Br_2(l) -> 2PBr_3(l)#
The reaction between phosphorus and liquid bromine is outlined as:
1 Answer
Dec 3, 2016
You cannot assess the percentage yield in this reaction.
Explanation:
You have reported a mass of
So, you know the minimum quantities of bromine and phosphorus used in the synthesis reaction. You do not know the actual quantities utilized.