What is gravimetric analysis in quantitative chemistry?

Here’s a explanation:

Gravimetric analysis is a method in chemistry where we find out how much of a substance is in a sample by turning it into a solid that can be weighed.

Steps in simple terms:

1. Make a solid – The substance reacts with another chemical to form a solid that doesn’t dissolve in water.
2. Separate it – The solid is separated from the liquid.
3. Clean it – The solid is washed to remove impurities.
4. Dry it – The solid is dried or heated to remove any water.
5. Weigh it – The solid is weighed carefully.
6. Calculate – From the weight of the solid, we figure out how much of the original substance was in the sample.

Key point: Gravimetric analysis is very accurate because it relies on measuring weight, which can be done very precisely.