Molecular weight refers to the mass of a molecule, which is determined by adding up the atomic weights of each atom in the molecule. It is measured in atomic mass units (amu) or grams per mole (g/mol).
The molecular weight of a substance is directly related to its boiling point and melting point. Generally, substances with higher molecular weights have higher boiling points and melting points due to stronger intermolecular forces between the molecules.
Yes, in most cases, the molecular weight of a substance can be used to predict its boiling point and melting point. However, other factors such as molecular structure and intermolecular forces may also affect the BP and MP.
The molecular weight of a substance can greatly influence its physical and chemical properties such as solubility, density, and reactivity. Substances with higher molecular weights may have stronger intermolecular forces and therefore exhibit different properties compared to substances with lower molecular weights.
Molecular weight is calculated by adding up the atomic weights of each atom in a molecule. This information can be found on the periodic table, and the total molecular weight is usually expressed in atomic mass units (amu) or grams per mole (g/mol).