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Molar Mass of NaCl

How to work out the molar mass of NaCl

  1. Count the atoms of each element in NaCl: 1 Na and 1 Cl.
  2. Multiply each count by the element's atomic weight: 1 × 22.990 = 22.990; 1 × 35.45 = 35.450.
  3. Add the results: 22.990 + 35.450 = 58.440 g/mol.

Frequently asked questions

What is the molar mass of NaCl?

The molar mass of sodium chloride (NaCl) is 58.440 g/mol, so one mole of it weighs 58.440 grams.

How many moles are in 100 grams of NaCl?

100 g ÷ 58.440 g/mol = 1.711 mol.

Which element makes up most of the mass of NaCl?

Cl, at 60.66% of the mass.

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