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Molar Mass of KCl

How to work out the molar mass of KCl

  1. Count the atoms of each element in KCl: 1 K and 1 Cl.
  2. Multiply each count by the element's atomic weight: 1 × 39.098 = 39.098; 1 × 35.45 = 35.450.
  3. Add the results: 39.098 + 35.450 = 74.548 g/mol.

Frequently asked questions

What is the molar mass of KCl?

The molar mass of potassium chloride (KCl) is 74.548 g/mol, so one mole of it weighs 74.548 grams.

How many moles are in 100 grams of KCl?

100 g ÷ 74.548 g/mol = 1.341 mol.

Which element makes up most of the mass of KCl?

K, at 52.45% of the mass.

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