3stoichiometric

3stoichiometric is a Python library designed to assist with stoichiometric calculations in chemistry. It provides tools for parsing chemical formulas, balancing chemical equations, and determining the theoretical yield of reactions. The library aims to simplify common tasks for students, researchers, and anyone working with chemical reactions.

The core functionality of 3stoichiometric includes parsing chemical formulas into their constituent elements and counts, allowing for the representation of compounds like water (H2O) or glucose (C6H12O6). It can then take unbalanced chemical equations, represented as strings, and apply algorithms to balance them, ensuring that the number of atoms of each element is conserved on both sides of the equation. This is a fundamental step in quantitative chemical analysis.

Furthermore, 3stoichiometric can calculate the theoretical yield of a reaction given the amounts of reactants. This involves identifying the limiting reactant and using stoichiometric coefficients to predict the maximum amount of product that can be formed under ideal conditions. The library supports various units for quantities, adding to its flexibility. By automating these calculations, 3stoichiometric aims to reduce the potential for human error and speed up the process of chemical computation.