Chemical Name Calculator
Free Chemical name Calculator for general chemistry. Enter variables to compute results with formulas and detailed steps.
Reviewed by Manoj Kumar, Mathematics Educator
Formula
Moles = Mass (g) / Molar Mass (g/mol)
Enter a molecular formula to find the IUPAC name, compound type, and molar mass. Optionally enter mass in grams to calculate moles and number of molecules using Avogadro constant (6.022 x 10^23).
Worked Examples
Example 1: Identifying Sodium Chloride
Problem:Identify the chemical name, type, and molar mass of NaCl. If you have 29.22 g, how many moles is that?
Solution:Formula: NaCl\nName: Sodium Chloride\nType: Ionic compound\nMolar Mass: 58.44 g/mol\nMoles = 29.22 / 58.44 = 0.5 mol
Result:NaCl = Sodium Chloride, 0.5 mol
Example 2: Working with Sulfuric Acid
Problem:How many molecules are in 49.04 g of H2SO4?
Solution:Molar Mass of H2SO4: 98.079 g/mol\nMoles = 49.04 / 98.079 = 0.5 mol\nMolecules = 0.5 x 6.022 x 10^23 = 3.011 x 10^23
Result:3.011 x 10^23 molecules
Frequently Asked Questions
What is chemical equilibrium and Le Chatelier's principle?
Chemical equilibrium occurs when forward and reverse reaction rates are equal. Le Chatelier's principle states that a system at equilibrium will shift to counteract any change. Adding reactant shifts equilibrium toward products. Increasing temperature favors the endothermic direction.
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