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Use relative formula mass for ionic compounds.
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Amount of substance
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Relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass
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Use relative formula mass for ionic compounds
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What is the relative atomic mass of an element?
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A) The mass of an atom relative to the mass of a carbon-12 atom
Key terms
- Molar mass: The mass of one mole of a substance, typically expressed in grams per mole (g/mol).
- Stoichiometry: The calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions based on the conservation of mass.
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Incorrect calculation of relative formula mass: Always ensure to multiply the atomic mass by the number of each type of atom in the compound.
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- Define relative atomic mass in relation to carbon-12.
Relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass
- Define relative molecular mass in relation to carbon-12.
Relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass
- Calculate relative molecular or formula mass from a chemical formula and relative atomic masses.
Relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass
- Explain the Avogadro constant as the number of particles in one mole.
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- Apply the mole to electrons, atoms, molecules, ions, formula units and equations.
The mole and the Avogadro constant