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Molar Mass of CO

How to work out the molar mass of CO

  1. Count the atoms of each element in CO: 1 C and 1 O.
  2. Multiply each count by the element's atomic weight: 1 × 12.011 = 12.011; 1 × 15.999 = 15.999.
  3. Add the results: 12.011 + 15.999 = 28.010 g/mol.

Frequently asked questions

What is the molar mass of CO?

The molar mass of carbon monoxide (CO) is 28.010 g/mol, so one mole of it weighs 28.010 grams.

How many moles are in 100 grams of CO?

100 g ÷ 28.010 g/mol = 3.570 mol.

Which element makes up most of the mass of CO?

O, at 57.12% of the mass.

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