How to Calculate Molar Mass of NaOH

Molar Mass Calculation:

\[ M_{NaOH} = Na (23) + O (16) + H (1) = 40 \text{ g/mol} \]

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1. What is Molar Mass?

Molar mass is the mass of one mole of a substance, typically expressed in grams per mole (g/mol). It represents the sum of the atomic masses of all atoms in a chemical formula.

2. How to Calculate Molar Mass of NaOH

The molar mass calculation for sodium hydroxide (NaOH):

\[ M_{NaOH} = M_{Na} + M_{O} + M_{H} \]

Where:

\( M_{Na} \) — Atomic mass of Sodium = 23 g/mol
\( M_{O} \) — Atomic mass of Oxygen = 16 g/mol
\( M_{H} \) — Atomic mass of Hydrogen = 1 g/mol

Calculation: 23 + 16 + 1 = 40 g/mol

3. Importance of Molar Mass Calculation

Details: Molar mass is essential for stoichiometric calculations, preparing solutions with specific concentrations, and understanding chemical reactions and yields.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter atomic masses of Sodium, Oxygen, and Hydrogen in g/mol. The calculator will sum the values to give the molar mass of NaOH.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is molar mass important in chemistry?
A: Molar mass allows conversion between mass and moles, essential for chemical calculations, solution preparation, and reaction stoichiometry.

Q2: Are atomic masses exact integers?
A: No, atomic masses are weighted averages of isotopes. For most calculations, we use approximate values: Na=23, O=16, H=1 g/mol.

Q3: What is one mole of NaOH?
A: One mole of NaOH weighs approximately 40 grams and contains 6.022 × 10²³ formula units of NaOH.

Q4: How is molar mass used in solution preparation?
A: To prepare a 1M solution of NaOH, you would dissolve 40 grams of NaOH in enough water to make 1 liter of solution.

Q5: Does molar mass change with temperature or pressure?
A: No, molar mass is an intrinsic property of a substance and does not change with physical conditions.