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This calculator converts concentration from milligrams per liter (mg/L) to millimoles per liter (mmol/L) while accounting for percentage purity. This is particularly useful in chemistry and pharmaceutical applications where substance purity affects concentration calculations.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: The formula first converts mg/L to mmol/L using the molecular weight, then adjusts for the percentage purity of the substance.
Details: Accurate concentration conversion is essential in pharmaceutical preparation, chemical analysis, and laboratory work where precise measurements are critical for correct dosing and experimental results.
Tips: Enter the concentration in mg/L, molecular weight in g/mol, and percentage purity. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: Why is percentage purity important in this conversion?
A: Percentage purity accounts for the actual amount of active substance in a sample, ensuring accurate concentration calculations for applications where purity affects results.
Q2: What if my substance is 100% pure?
A: If your substance is 100% pure, simply enter 100 in the percentage field. The formula will simplify to mmol/L = mg/L / MW.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for any chemical compound?
A: Yes, as long as you know the molecular weight and percentage purity of the compound, this calculator can convert mg/L to mmol/L for any substance.
Q4: What are typical applications of this conversion?
A: This conversion is commonly used in pharmaceutical preparation, chemical analysis, water quality testing, and laboratory research where concentration units need to be converted.
Q5: How precise are the results from this calculator?
A: The results are precise to four decimal places, which is sufficient for most scientific and laboratory applications. For extremely precise requirements, consider additional significant figures.