Solution dilution
Solution dilution: use initial concentration, stock volume, final solution volume. Review the formula, worked example and calculation steps.
Inputs
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Formula & explanation
C₂ = C₁V₁/V₂
Variables & units
- Initial concentration
- concentration unit · minimum 0, maximum 1000000000000
- Stock volume
- mL · minimum 0, maximum 1000000000000
- Final solution volume
- mL · minimum 5e-324, maximum 1000000000000
Worked example
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Assumptions
Assumes conserved solute and compatible concentration/volume definitions; final volume is not solvent added.
References
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Practice with an example
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