Calculating Moles of Water in BaCl2*H2O Hydrate - Step by Step Guide

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The discussion revolves around calculating the number of moles of water in the hydrate BaCl2*H2O, focusing on a specific chemistry problem involving mass measurements of the hydrate, lost water, and the anhydrous compound. The scope includes homework-related queries and mathematical reasoning.

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  • Homework-related, Mathematical reasoning

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  • One participant expresses confusion about how to approach the problem and the significance of the numbers provided.
  • Another participant suggests that the calculation is straightforward, indicating that there are 0.7 grams of water and mentions the conversion factor of 1/18 moles per gram for water.
  • A third participant acknowledges understanding the process but admits to being confused by the numbers given.
  • A fourth participant also expresses uncertainty about the problem.

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There is no clear consensus among participants, as some express confusion while others attempt to clarify the calculation process.

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Participants have not resolved the confusion surrounding the problem, and there are varying levels of understanding regarding the calculations involved.

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[SOLVED] A chem problem...help please

I don't know how to answer this question. I have to find the number of moles of water in the hydrate BaCL2*H2O. SOwwie i don't now how to make the 2 smaller. The mass of the hydrate is 5g, the Mass of lost
water is .7 grams and the anhydrous compound is 4.3 grams. Please help me. Thanks
 
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Originally posted by crayzlilgurl
I don't know how to answer this question. I have to find the number of moles of water in the hydrate BaCL2*H2O. SOwwie i don't now how to make the 2 smaller. The mass of the hydrate is 5g, the Mass of lost
water is .7 grams and the anhydrous compound is 4.3 grams. Please help me. Thanks

It's pretty easy. You know that there was 0.7 grams of water originally. You, should, also know that water is 1/18 moles per gram. I can't make it any easier for you than that without telling you the answer, and that wouldn't do you any good.
 
thanks...i noe wut to do it just all the numbers i was given confused the heck outta me...
 
i don't kow eitehr
 

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