Gram Formula Mass (GFM)

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What is Gram Formula Mass (GFM)?

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The mass of one mole of a compound, calculated by adding the atomic masses of all atoms in its formula.

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How is the molar mass of an element determined?

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It is equal to the atomic mass of the element, usually expressed in grams per mole (g/mol).

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What is the molar mass of aluminum (Al)?

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27 g/mol.

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What is the formula to calculate the GFM of a compound?

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Add the molar masses of all the elements in the compound's formula.

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What is the GFM of sodium chloride (NaCl)?

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58.5 g/mol.

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What is the molar mass of gold(III) chloride (AuCl3)?

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303.3 g/mol.

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What does the term 'mole' refer to in chemistry?

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A mole is a unit that measures the amount of substance, equivalent to 6.022 x 10^23 particles.

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How do you find the molar mass of a compound using the periodic table?

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Look up the atomic masses of each element in the compound and sum them according to their quantities.

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What is the significance of the atomic number in relation to molar mass?

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The atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom, but molar mass is based on the atomic mass.

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What is the molar mass of carbon dioxide (CO2)?

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44 g/mol.