4.1.1

Atom Economy

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Reaction Pathways

Reaction pathways (ways reactions happen) with high atom economies (% of useful products made) are good for two reasons:

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Cost

  • Using the smallest possible amount of reactants saves money.
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Waste

  • A higher atom economy means that less waste is produced.

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1Principles of Science I

1.1Structure & Bonding

1.2Properties of Substances

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1.5Tissue Structure & Function

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2Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

3Science Investigation Skills

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4.1Extracting Elements

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4.3Organic Chemistry

4.4Energy Changes in Industry

4.5The Circulatory System

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5Contemporary Issues in Science

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