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The conversion from grams per milliliter (g/mL) to moles is a fundamental calculation in chemistry that allows you to determine the number of moles of a substance based on its density, volume, and molar mass. This is particularly useful in solution chemistry and stoichiometry calculations.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula first calculates the mass of the substance by multiplying density by volume, then converts this mass to moles by dividing by the molar mass.
Details: Calculating moles from density and volume is essential in preparing solutions with specific concentrations, conducting chemical reactions with precise stoichiometry, and determining the amount of substance in various chemical processes.
Tips: Enter density in g/mL, volume in mL, and molar mass in g/mol. All values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the number of moles of the substance.
Q1: Why is molar mass needed for this calculation?
A: Molar mass provides the conversion factor between grams and moles, allowing us to determine how many moles are present in a given mass of substance.
Q2: Can I use different units with this calculator?
A: This calculator specifically uses g/mL for density and mL for volume. If you have different units, you'll need to convert them to these units first for accurate results.
Q3: What if I have the concentration in mol/L instead?
A: If you have concentration in mol/L, you can calculate moles directly by multiplying concentration by volume in liters (n = C × V).
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The accuracy depends on the precision of your input values. For most laboratory purposes, this calculation provides sufficiently accurate results when using precise measurements.
Q5: Can this be used for all substances?
A: This calculation works for any substance as long as you know its density and molar mass. However, for solutions, the density should be of the solution itself, not just the solvent.