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Quantitiy of limiting reagent= 13.5 mmols salicylic acid
Based on the quantity of the limiting reactant used above, what is the theoretical yield of the aspirin (acetalsalicylic acid) product, in grams?
In the reaction, 1 mole of salicylic acid gives 1 mole of aspirin
Thus, moles of salicylic acid (13.5 mmol) = moles of aspirin (13.5 mmol)
Theoretical yields of aspirin (mg) = mmoles of aspirin x molar mass of aspirin
= 13.5 x 180.157
= 2432.12 mg
= 2.43 g
Thus, the theoretical yield in grams of aspirin = 2.43 g