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The Moles To Kg calculation converts the amount of substance in moles to mass in kilograms using the molar mass of the substance. This is a fundamental calculation in chemistry for determining the mass of a given number of moles of a substance.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula multiplies the number of moles by the molar mass to get the mass in grams, then divides by 1000 to convert to kilograms.
Details: Accurate mass calculation from moles is essential in chemical reactions, stoichiometry calculations, laboratory preparations, and industrial chemical processes where precise measurements are required.
Tips: Enter the amount of substance in moles and the molar mass in grams per mole. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will provide the mass in kilograms.
Q1: Why divide by 1000 in the formula?
A: The division by 1000 converts the result from grams to kilograms, since molar mass is typically expressed in g/mol and 1 kg = 1000 g.
Q2: What is molar mass?
A: Molar mass is the mass of one mole of a substance, typically expressed in grams per mole (g/mol). It can be found by summing the atomic masses of all atoms in a molecule.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for any substance?
A: Yes, this calculation works for any chemical substance as long as you know its correct molar mass.
Q4: What are typical molar mass values?
A: Molar mass values range from about 2 g/mol for hydrogen gas (H₂) to over 500 g/mol for large organic molecules and polymers.
Q5: How precise should the inputs be?
A: The precision depends on your application. For most laboratory work, 4 significant figures is sufficient, but research applications may require higher precision.