Data from video
Mass of clean empty crucible + lid
Mass of crucible + lid and magnesium ribbon
Mass of magnesium
Mass of crucible + lid and magnesium oxide (after combustion)
Mass of magnesium oxide
Calculations
Label the type of chemical reaction, balance the chemical equation, and calculate the theoretical yield of Magnesium Oxide based upon your amount of starting material.
Reaction Type:
Balance the Equation: Mg + O2 -> MgO
Show all calculations for the theoretical yield of magnesium oxide.
Theoretical Yield of Magnesium Oxide (from above):
Actual Yield of Magnesium Oxide (from data table; last entry):
Calculation of the % Yield: