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If you have 3.0 moles of carbon dioxide (CO2), what is the mass? The relative formula mass (Mr) of CO2 is 44 g/mol.

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practice

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Topic

Use of amount of substance in relation to masses of pure substances

Question

132 g

The mass is calculated using the formula mass = moles x Mr. Here, mass = 3.0 mol x 44 g/mol = 132 g.

Decimal Misinterpretation

Students often misinterpret decimal values in mole calculations, treating them as whole numbers.

To fix this, practice converting decimal values into fractions or ensure proper decimal placement when calculating moles.

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