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The mole is a fundamental concept in chemistry that represents a specific quantity of particles (atoms, molecules, ions). One mole contains exactly 6.022 × 10²³ particles, known as Avogadro's number. This allows chemists to count particles by weighing them.
The calculator uses the mole formula:
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Explanation: This formula allows you to calculate the number of moles when you know the mass of a substance and its relative molecular mass.
Details: Mole calculations are essential for quantitative chemistry, including stoichiometry, concentration calculations, and determining reacting masses in chemical reactions.
Tips: Enter the mass in grams and the relative molecular mass in g/mol. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What is the difference between relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass?
A: Relative atomic mass (Ar) is the average mass of atoms of an element, while relative molecular mass (Mr) is the sum of the relative atomic masses of all atoms in a molecule.
Q2: Why is the mole important in chemistry?
A: The mole provides a bridge between the atomic/molecular scale and the macroscopic scale, allowing chemists to measure amounts of substances that contain specific numbers of particles.
Q3: How do I find the relative molecular mass of a compound?
A: Add up the relative atomic masses of all the atoms in the chemical formula. For example, water (H₂O) has Mr = (2×1) + 16 = 18 g/mol.
Q4: Can this formula be used for elements as well as compounds?
A: Yes, for elements you would use the relative atomic mass (Ar) instead of Mr in the formula.
Q5: What are some common applications of mole calculations?
A: Calculating reacting masses in chemical reactions, determining empirical and molecular formulas, and calculating concentrations of solutions.