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The Total Dilution Factor represents the overall dilution achieved when performing multiple sequential dilution steps. It is calculated by multiplying the individual dilution factors from each step.
The calculator uses the dilution factor formula:
Where:
Explanation: Each dilution factor represents the ratio of final volume to initial volume for that specific dilution step. The product of all individual factors gives the overall dilution.
Details: Accurate calculation of total dilution factor is crucial in laboratory settings for preparing solutions with precise concentrations, in analytical chemistry for sample preparation, and in various scientific experiments where serial dilutions are performed.
Tips: Enter individual dilution factors separated by commas (e.g., "2,5,10" for three dilution steps with factors of 2, 5, and 10). All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What is a dilution factor?
A: A dilution factor is the ratio of the final volume to the initial volume in a dilution step, indicating how much a solution has been diluted.
Q2: How do I calculate individual dilution factors?
A: For each step, divide the final volume by the initial volume: DF = V_final / V_initial.
Q3: What does a total dilution factor of 100 mean?
A: A total DF of 100 means the original solution has been diluted 100 times overall through all dilution steps.
Q4: Can dilution factors be less than 1?
A: No, dilution factors should always be greater than 1, as dilution increases volume while decreasing concentration.
Q5: How is this different from concentration factor?
A: Dilution factor is the inverse of concentration factor. A DF of 10 means the concentration is 1/10 of the original.