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Ch.14 - Solutions
Chapter 14, Problem 53

To what volume should you dilute 50.0 mL of a 5.00 M KI solution so that 25.0 mL of the diluted solution contains 3.05 g of KI?

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Molarity (M)

Molarity is a measure of concentration defined as the number of moles of solute per liter of solution. It is expressed in moles per liter (mol/L). In this problem, the initial concentration of KI is given as 5.00 M, which indicates that there are 5 moles of KI in every liter of solution. Understanding molarity is essential for calculating how much of the solution is needed to achieve a specific mass of solute.
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Dilution Equation

The dilution equation, often expressed as M1V1 = M2V2, relates the concentrations and volumes of a solution before and after dilution. Here, M1 and V1 are the initial molarity and volume, while M2 and V2 are the final molarity and volume after dilution. This equation is crucial for determining the final volume needed to achieve a desired concentration of KI in the diluted solution.
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Mass to Moles Conversion

To solve for the volume of diluted solution needed, it is necessary to convert the mass of KI (3.05 g) into moles using the molar mass of KI. The molar mass of KI is approximately 166 g/mol, so dividing the mass by the molar mass gives the number of moles. This conversion is vital for applying the dilution equation correctly and finding the required volume of the diluted solution.
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