Molarity Calculator

Calculate the molarity (molar concentration) of a solution from moles of solute and volume.

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How to use

  1. Enter the moles of solute (mol).
  2. Enter the volume of solution in litres (L).
  3. Molarity updates instantly.

Formula

$$M = \frac{n}{V}$$

Where n = moles of solute (mol), V = volume of solution (L), M = molarity (mol/L).

Example

0.5 mol of NaCl dissolved in 2 L of water:

$$M = \frac{0.5}{2} = 0.25 \text{ mol/L}$$

Frequently asked questions about Molarity Calculator

What is molarity?

Molarity (M) is the number of moles of solute dissolved per litre of solution. It is the standard way to express solution concentration in chemistry.

What units should I use?

Enter moles of solute in mol and volume of solution in litres (L). The result is in mol/L (also written as M).

Is molarity the same as molality?

No. Molarity is moles per litre of solution; molality is moles per kilogram of solvent. They differ when the solvent is not water or when temperature changes significantly.