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Molar concentration (molarity) is a measure of the concentration of a solute in a solution, expressed as the number of moles of solute per liter of solution. For hydrochloric acid (HCl), this calculation is essential for various chemical and laboratory applications.
The calculator uses the molarity formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula converts mass concentration (g/L) to molar concentration (mol/L) using the molecular weight of HCl.
Details: Accurate molar concentration calculation is crucial for preparing chemical solutions, conducting experiments, titration procedures, and ensuring proper reaction stoichiometry in laboratory and industrial settings.
Tips: Enter the HCl concentration in grams per liter (g/L). The value must be greater than zero. The calculator will automatically compute the molar concentration.
Q1: Why is 36.46 used in the calculation?
A: 36.46 g/mol is the molecular weight of HCl, which is the sum of atomic weights of hydrogen (1.01) and chlorine (35.45).
Q2: Can this calculator be used for other acids?
A: No, this calculator is specifically designed for HCl. Other acids have different molecular weights and require different calculations.
Q3: What is a typical concentration range for HCl solutions?
A: Concentrated HCl is typically around 37% w/w (approximately 12 M), but working solutions can vary from very dilute (0.01 M) to concentrated depending on the application.
Q4: How does temperature affect molar concentration?
A: While molarity is temperature-dependent (due to volume expansion/contraction), for most practical purposes at room temperature, the effect is negligible for HCl solutions.
Q5: Should density be considered for concentrated solutions?
A: For highly accurate work with concentrated HCl solutions, density corrections may be necessary as the relationship between mass and volume isn't perfectly linear at high concentrations.