Avogadro's Number Chemistry Example 1
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Example 1
easyHow many molecules are in mol of ?
Solution
- 1 Convert moles to particles with Avogadro's number: .
- 2 Substitute the values: .
- 3 Multiply to get molecules, which rounds to molecules.
Answer
Avogadro's number () converts between moles and individual particles. It works for atoms, molecules, ions, or any countable entity.
About Avogadro's Number
The defined number of particles in exactly one mole of any substance: .
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Example 2 medium
How many individual oxygen atoms are in [formula] mol of [formula]?
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