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Weight/volume percentage (w/v%) is a common way to express the concentration of a solution. It represents the mass of solute (in grams) per 100 mL of solution. This measurement is widely used in chemistry, pharmacy, and biology to prepare solutions of specific concentrations.
The calculator uses the w/v percentage formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates what percentage of the total solution volume is made up by the solute's mass.
Details: Accurate w/v percentage calculation is crucial for preparing solutions with precise concentrations, which is essential in laboratory experiments, medical treatments, pharmaceutical preparations, and industrial processes.
Tips: Enter the mass of solute in grams and the volume of solution in milliliters. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the weight/volume percentage concentration.
Q1: What's the difference between w/v% and w/w%?
A: w/v% (weight/volume) expresses mass per volume, while w/w% (weight/weight) expresses mass per mass. w/v% is typically used when the solvent is water or another liquid.
Q2: Can I use different units with this calculator?
A: The calculator is designed for grams and milliliters. For other units, convert to these standard units first for accurate results.
Q3: How precise should my measurements be?
A: Precision depends on your application. For most laboratory work, measure mass to at least 0.01g and volume to 0.1mL for reasonable accuracy.
Q4: Does temperature affect w/v% calculations?
A: Volume can change with temperature, which may affect very precise calculations. For most applications at room temperature, this effect is negligible.
Q5: When is w/v% particularly useful?
A: w/v% is especially useful in pharmaceutical preparations, biological solutions, and when working with solid solutes dissolved in liquid solvents.