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Molarity (M) is a measure of the concentration of a solute in a solution, defined as the number of moles of solute per liter of solution. It is one of the most commonly used units of concentration in chemistry laboratories.
The calculator uses the molarity formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates how many moles of a substance are dissolved in each liter of solution, providing a standardized measure of concentration.
Details: Accurate molarity calculations are essential for preparing solutions with precise concentrations, which is critical for chemical reactions, analytical measurements, and experimental reproducibility in laboratory settings.
Tips: Enter the mass of solute in grams, molecular weight in g/mol, and volume of solution in liters. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What's the difference between molarity and molality?
A: Molarity is moles per liter of solution, while molality is moles per kilogram of solvent. Molarity is temperature-dependent, while molality is not.
Q2: How do I convert between different concentration units?
A: Conversions require knowing the density of the solution. For dilute aqueous solutions, molarity and molality are approximately equal.
Q3: Why is molecular weight important in molarity calculations?
A: Molecular weight converts mass to moles, which is essential for calculating the number of particles in solution.
Q4: Can I use different units with this calculator?
A: This calculator requires grams for mass, g/mol for molecular weight, and liters for volume. Convert other units before calculation.
Q5: How precise should my measurements be?
A: Precision depends on your application. Analytical work typically requires high precision (4+ significant figures), while educational demonstrations may need less.