Molarity to mg/mL Conversion:
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The conversion between molarity (M, mol/L) and mass concentration (mg/mL) is essential in chemistry and biochemistry. It allows researchers to switch between these two common concentration units based on the molecular weight of the substance.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
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Explanation: Since 1 mole of substance equals its molecular weight in grams, and there are 1000 mg in 1 g and 1000 mL in 1 L, the conversion simplifies to this direct multiplication.
Details: Many laboratory protocols specify concentrations in molarity, while practical measurements often use mass concentration. This conversion is crucial for accurate solution preparation and experimental reproducibility.
Tips: Enter the molar concentration in mol/L and the molecular weight in g/mol. Both values must be positive numbers. The result will be displayed in mg/mL.
Q1: Why is molecular weight important in this conversion?
A: Molecular weight provides the link between moles (counting molecules) and mass (weighing substance). Different substances have different molecular weights, so the same molar concentration will yield different mass concentrations.
Q2: Can I convert mg/mL back to M?
A: Yes, by rearranging the formula: \( \text{M} = \frac{\text{mg/mL}}{\text{MW}} \).
Q3: What if my molecular weight is in kDa?
A: 1 kDa = 1000 g/mol. Convert kDa to g/mol before using the calculator.
Q4: Does temperature affect this conversion?
A: The conversion is temperature-independent as it's based on mass and molecular count, not volume changes with temperature.
Q5: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact. Accuracy depends on the precision of your molarity and molecular weight values.