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The mole calculation converts the number of atoms to moles using Avogadro's number. One mole of any substance contains exactly 6.022×10²³ elementary entities (atoms, molecules, ions, etc.).
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: This calculation allows chemists to convert between the microscopic scale (individual atoms) and the macroscopic scale (moles) used in chemical measurements.
Details: Mole calculations are fundamental in chemistry for stoichiometric calculations, determining reaction yields, preparing solutions with specific concentrations, and quantifying substances in chemical reactions.
Tips: Enter the number of atoms as a positive whole number. The calculator will automatically compute the corresponding number of moles using Avogadro's constant.
Q1: What is Avogadro's number?
A: Avogadro's number (6.02214076×10²³) is the number of constituent particles (usually atoms or molecules) in one mole of a substance.
Q2: Why is the mole concept important in chemistry?
A: The mole provides a bridge between the atomic and macroscopic scales, allowing chemists to count particles by weighing them and to perform quantitative chemical calculations.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for molecules instead of atoms?
A: Yes, the same calculation applies. If you input the number of molecules, the result will be moles of molecules.
Q4: How precise is Avogadro's number?
A: The currently accepted value is 6.02214076×10²³ mol⁻¹, which is defined exactly since the 2019 redefinition of SI base units.
Q5: What's the relationship between moles and molar mass?
A: Molar mass (g/mol) allows conversion between mass and moles: n = mass / molar mass. This is different from converting atoms to moles.