How many molecules are there in 223 grams of Na2SO4?

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Elodie

Chemistry

3 December, 01:18

How many molecules are there in 223 grams of Na2SO4?

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Danielle Bird · Answer 1

Answer;

= 9.45 * 10^23 molecules

Explanation;

The molar mass of Na2SO4 = 142.04 g/mol

Number of moles = mass/molar mass

= 223/142.04

= 1.57 moles

But;

1 mole = 6.02 * 10^23 molecules

Therefore;

1.57 moles = ?

= 1.57 * 6.02 * 10^23 molecules

= 9.45 * 10^23 molecules