Theoretical yield is the maximum amount of product that can be obtained from a given reaction, assuming that the reaction goes to completion and that there are no losses. It is calculated by multiplying the moles of the limiting reactant by the molar mass of the product.
Theoretical yield is important because it allows chemists to predict the amount of product that they can expect to obtain from a given reaction. This information can be used to design experiments, optimize reaction conditions, and scale up reactions for industrial production.
