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Molar concentration (also called molarity) is a measure of the concentration of a chemical species in a solution. It is defined as the number of moles of a solute per liter of solution.
The calculator uses the molar concentration formula:
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Explanation: This fundamental formula relates the amount of substance (in moles) to the volume of the solution it's dissolved in, providing the concentration in moles per liter.
Details: Molar concentration is crucial in chemistry for preparing solutions, conducting experiments, calculating reaction rates, and determining stoichiometric relationships in chemical reactions.
Tips: Enter the number of moles and the volume in liters. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the concentration in mol/L (molarity).
Q1: What is the difference between molarity and molality?
A: Molarity (C = n/V) is moles per liter of solution, while molality is moles per kilogram of solvent.
Q2: How do I convert grams to moles?
A: Use the formula: moles = mass (g) / molar mass (g/mol). You need to know the molar mass of the substance.
Q3: What are typical concentration ranges?
A: Concentrations can range from very dilute (10^-6 M) to concentrated (10+ M), depending on the application and solubility.
Q4: Why is concentration important in chemical reactions?
A: Concentration affects reaction rates (collision theory), equilibrium positions, and is essential for stoichiometric calculations.
Q5: How does temperature affect concentration?
A: Temperature affects density and volume, which can slightly change molar concentration. For precise work, temperature control is important.