Ch 25: Mass Relationships for Molecules & Compounds
About This Chapter
Mass Relationships for Molecules & Compounds - Chapter Summary
This chapter offers an engaging examination of mass relationships for molecules and compounds. Explore important definitions and formulas, and feel confident in your ability to perform calculations by exploring entertaining lessons. If you need help understanding concepts covered in this chapter, feel free to submit your questions to our subject-matter experts. Check your knowledge of the lessons by taking short quizzes and a broader exam. After completing this chapter, you will be ready to do the following:
- Define and share examples of atomic mass
- Describe Avogadro's number and how to use the mole to count atoms
- Share the definition of and calculate molecular mass
- Determine empirical formulas and calculate percentage composition
1. What is Atomic Mass? - Definition & Examples
Atomic mass is a characteristic of an atom that is a measure of its size. It is plays a major role in the chemical properties of elements. This article discusses atomic mass and how it is calculated.
2. Molecular Mass: Definition, Formula & Calculation
This lesson introduces the definitions of molecular mass and molar mass. Using information from the periodic table, you'll learn how to use the definitions to calculate either quantity.
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