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To determine the yield of a synthesis reaction, you must compare the amount of product obtained to the theoretical yield, which is the maximum amount of product that could be produced based on the stoichiometry of the reaction. The yield is typically expressed as a percentage and can be calculated using the following formula:
% Yield = (Actual Yield / Theoretical Yield) x 100
* Actual Yield: The amount of product that is actually obtained from the reaction.
* Theoretical Yield: The maximum amount of product that could be produced based on the stoichiometry of the reaction and the limiting reactant.
It's important to note that the yield of a reaction can be affected by several factors, such as the efficiency of the reaction, the presence of side reactions, and the accuracy of the measurements.