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The conversion from milligrams per milliliter (mg/mL) to millimoles per liter (mmol/L) is essential in chemistry and biochemistry for standardizing concentration measurements across different units. This conversion requires knowing the molar mass of the substance.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: The formula converts mass concentration to molar concentration by accounting for the molecular weight and unit conversions.
Details: Accurate unit conversion is crucial for scientific research, medical dosages, chemical preparations, and ensuring consistency in experimental results across different measurement systems.
Tips: Enter the concentration in mg/mL and the molar mass in g/mol. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will provide the equivalent concentration in mmol/L.
Q1: Why is molar mass needed for this conversion?
A: Molar mass connects the mass of a substance to its amount in moles, making it essential for converting between mass concentration and molar concentration.
Q2: What is the difference between mg/mL and mmol/L?
A: mg/mL measures mass per volume, while mmol/L measures the number of molecules (in millimoles) per volume, providing information about the actual number of particles.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for any substance?
A: Yes, as long as you know the correct molar mass of the substance. The formula is universal for all chemical compounds.
Q4: Why multiply by 1000 in the formula?
A: The 1000 factor converts mg to grams (1g = 1000mg) and milliliters to liters (1L = 1000mL) in a single step.
Q5: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact when using the correct molar mass. Accuracy depends on the precision of your input values.