Avogadro's number and atomic size

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of Avogadro's number and its relation to the size of a mole of different elements, particularly focusing on whether one mole of any element has the same size as one mole of another element within the same period of the periodic table.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions if one mole of any given element is the same size as one mole of any other element in the same period of the periodic table.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on what is meant by "size of a mole."
  • A different participant suggests that there may be confusion regarding Avogadro's constant.
  • One participant explains that the mole is a unit of quantity, similar to a dozen, indicating that the quantity does not relate to size.

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Participants express differing views on the relationship between the mole as a unit of quantity and the concept of size, indicating that the discussion remains unresolved.

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Does 1 mole of any given element,the same size as that of one mole of any other element of the same period of the modern periodic table
 
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Define what you mean by "size of a mole".
 
I think you have doubt in the avogadro's constant. right?
 
I'm not quite understanding the question. The mole is used as a unit of quantity just like a dozen is used to describe a quantity of 12. The quantity has nothing to do with size. A dozen roses or a dozen eggs is 12 of those items no matter their size.
 

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