Chemistry GCSE
Algebraic rearrangement and unit consistency
What Algebraic rearrangement and unit consistency means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Algebraic rearrangement and unit consistency
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Changing the subject of a mathematical equation using inverse operations and keeping units consistent, converting between dm³ and cm³ where needed.
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Related terms
- Balanced equations and mole ratios
- Mole calculations from mass and relative formula mass
- Same conditions of temperature and pressure
- Stoichiometry of gaseous reactions
- Volume ratios of gases
- Molar gas volume at room temperature and pressure
- Stoichiometry from balanced equations
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