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Normality (N) is a measure of concentration that expresses the number of gram equivalent weights of solute per liter of solution. It's particularly useful in acid-base chemistry and redox reactions where the number of reactive units is important.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula accounts for the number of reactive units (equivalents) in the solute, which varies depending on the chemical reaction being considered.
Details: Normality is crucial in titration calculations and when dealing with reactions where the number of protons (acid-base) or electrons (redox) transferred is important. It simplifies stoichiometric calculations in these contexts.
Tips: Enter the molarity in mol/L and the number of equivalents (which depends on the specific reaction). For acids, equivalents equal the number of H+ ions; for bases, the number of OH- ions; for redox reactions, the number of electrons transferred.
Q1: When should I use normality instead of molarity?
A: Use normality for acid-base titrations, redox reactions, or any situation where the number of reactive units is more important than the number of molecules.
Q2: How do I determine the number of equivalents?
A: For acids, it's the number of H+ ions donated per molecule. For bases, it's the number of OH- ions or H+ accepted. For redox, it's the number of electrons transferred.
Q3: What's the normality of 1M H2SO4?
A: 2N, because each H2SO4 molecule can donate 2 H+ ions (2 equivalents per mole).
Q4: Is normality always greater than molarity?
A: No, normality can be equal to (when equivalents=1) or greater than molarity, but never less than molarity.
Q5: Why is normality less commonly used today?
A: Molarity is more straightforward for most applications, but normality remains important for specific applications like titrations.