1. What is Mass Per Volume Dilution?

Mass per volume dilution refers to the process of reducing the concentration of a solute in a solution by adding more solvent, where concentration is expressed as mass of solute per unit volume of solution (e.g., g/L).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the dilution equation:

Where:

• \( C_1 \) — Initial concentration (g/L)
• \( V_1 \) — Volume of stock solution used (L)
• \( V_2 \) — Final volume after dilution (L)
• \( C_2 \) — Final concentration (g/L)

Explanation: The equation shows that the final concentration is proportional to the ratio of the volumes used in the dilution.

3. Importance of Dilution Calculations

Details: Accurate dilution calculations are essential in laboratory work, pharmaceutical preparations, and chemical manufacturing to achieve desired concentrations for experiments or products.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the initial concentration in g/L, the volume of stock solution used in liters, and the final volume after dilution in liters. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use different units with this calculator?
A: The calculator uses g/L and liters by default. For other units, convert your values to these units before calculation.

Q2: What if my final volume is less than my initial volume?
A: This would represent concentration, not dilution. The calculator will still compute the result, but this isn't a standard dilution scenario.

Q3: How precise should my measurements be?
A: Precision depends on your application. For most laboratory work, 4 significant figures is sufficient.

Q4: Does this work for serial dilutions?
A: This calculates single-step dilutions. For serial dilutions, you would need to perform multiple calculations.

Q5: Can I use this for percent solutions?
A: Yes, if you convert your percent solution to mass per volume (e.g., 1% w/v = 10 g/L).