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The solution dilution formula calculates the final concentration of a solution after dilution. It's based on the principle of conservation of mass, where the amount of solute remains constant while the volume increases.
The calculator uses the dilution formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula maintains that the product of concentration and volume remains constant before and after dilution.
Details: Accurate dilution calculations are essential in chemistry, biology, medicine, and various industries for preparing solutions of specific concentrations for experiments, treatments, and manufacturing processes.
Tips: Enter initial percent concentration, initial volume, and final volume. All values must be positive numbers, and final volume must be greater than initial volume for proper dilution.
Q1: Can this formula be used for any concentration unit?
A: Yes, the formula works for any consistent concentration units (%, M, mg/mL, etc.) as long as the same unit is used for both initial and final concentrations.
Q2: What if I need to calculate the dilution factor?
A: The dilution factor is simply V_f/V_i. The final concentration equals initial concentration divided by the dilution factor.
Q3: Does this formula account for density changes?
A: For most aqueous solutions at room temperature, density changes are negligible. For precise work with non-aqueous solutions, additional density corrections may be needed.
Q4: Can I use different volume units?
A: Yes, as long as both volume measurements use the same unit (mL, L, etc.), the calculation remains valid.
Q5: What about serial dilutions?
A: For serial dilutions, multiply the dilution factors of each step. The overall dilution is the product of individual dilution factors.