Calculating Moles of NaCN from Gram Formula Weight

[erisedk]

Homework Statement

How many moles is 0.01 gram formula weight of NaCN?

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I thought it meant 0.01/49 moles of NaCN.
The solution simply says 0.01 moles. Why?

 

[SteamKing]

Homework Statement

How many moles is 0.01 gram formula weight of NaCN?

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I thought it meant 0.01/49 moles of NaCN.
The solution simply says 0.01 moles. Why?

What's the definition of 1 mole of a particular substance? How is it calculated?

 

[Borek]

gram formula weight

An obscure and rarely used term in my experience, but definitely not equivalent to just gram.