If molarity is 0.25 M and volume is 2 L, how many moles of solute are present?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: 0.5 mole
Molarity is defined as moles of solute per litre of solution: M = n/V. Rearranging gives n = M × V. Substitution yields n = 0.25 mol L⁻¹ × 2 L = 0.50 mol, so option A is correct. The litre units cancel, leaving moles. Options B and C merely repeat one given value, while D results from an incorrect operation.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
0.5 mole
Why is this the correct answer?
Molarity is defined as moles of solute per litre of solution: M = n/V. Rearranging gives n = M × V. Substitution yields n = 0.25 mol L⁻¹ × 2 L = 0.50 mol, so option A is correct. The litre units cancel, leaving moles. Options B and C merely repeat one given value, while D results from an incorrect operation.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Chemistry question. Chapter: Chapter 01: Solutions.