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The micromolar to mg/L conversion is used to convert molar concentration (μM) to mass concentration (mg/L) for chemical solutions. This conversion is essential in chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences where concentration units need to be interchanged.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: The formula converts molar concentration to mass concentration by multiplying by the molecular weight and converting micrograms to milligrams.
Details: Accurate concentration conversion is crucial for preparing solutions, conducting experiments, calculating dosages, and comparing results across different measurement systems in scientific research and industrial applications.
Tips: Enter micromolar concentration and molecular weight in g/mol. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will provide the equivalent concentration in mg/L.
Q1: What is the difference between μM and mg/L?
A: μM (micromolar) is a molar concentration unit (moles per liter), while mg/L is a mass concentration unit (milligrams per liter). The conversion requires knowing the molecular weight.
Q2: Why divide by 1000 in the formula?
A: The division by 1000 converts micrograms (μg) to milligrams (mg), since 1 mg = 1000 μg and molecular weight calculations initially give results in μg/L.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for any compound?
A: Yes, as long as you know the exact molecular weight of the compound. The formula works for any chemical substance.
Q4: What if I need to convert mg/L to μM?
A: Use the reverse formula: μM = (mg/L × 1000) / MW. This converts mass concentration back to molar concentration.
Q5: Are there any limitations to this conversion?
A: The conversion assumes the compound is pure and the molecular weight is accurate. It does not account for solution density or temperature effects.