Term: time-dependent stoichiometry
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.T06378

Definition:
A state in which if intermediates are formed in significant amounts during the course of a reaction, the overall stoichiometric equation does not apply throughout.

Related Terms:
1) stoichiometric (http://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.S06021).

Source: PAC, 1981, 53, 753. 'Symbolism and Terminology in Chemical Kinetics' on page 754 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198153030753)

Citation: 'time-dependent stoichiometry' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.T06378

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