How to Calculate the Molarity of 37% HCl?

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To calculate the molarity of a 37% HCl solution with a volume of 2.5L and a molecular weight of 36.46 g/mol, the density of the solution is needed, which can be found in a handbook. The discussion clarifies the need to distinguish between molar and molal concentrations, emphasizing the importance of using the correct terminology. Safety precautions are highlighted, including the use of a pipet bulb instead of pipetting by mouth and working in a fume hood due to the hazardous nature of HCl. It is suggested to look up the specific gravity of 37% HCl to proceed with the calculation. Proper handling and safety measures are crucial when working with concentrated acids.
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I have 1 bottle of HCL 37% Concentration with 2.5L Volume. Given the MW is 36.46g/mol. How to calculate the molarity of the HCL in the bottle? as i only need to prepare 1M of HCL?

:confused: no density and molarity given in d label
 
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Was that 1 MOLAR or 1 MOLAL concentration that you wanted to prepare? In case you wanted MOLAR, then you need the density or specific gravity of the HCl 37% solution. Are you permitted to look for this value in a table of values, like in a handbook?

What kind of label do you have? A professional, commercial label from a company? No matter... you can simply look for 37% HCl in a handbook to find the specific gravity of this concentration. I'm assuming that this is a laboratory task and not a question-for-credit task.
 
One more thing: since you had to ask your particular question, and it may be a practical question, DO NOT PIPET BY MOUTH. USE A PIPET BULB. In case you already know this, then please excuse this instruction, since you would use a bulb anyway.
 
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One more thing: since you had to ask your particular question, and it may be a practical question, DO NOT PIPET BY MOUTH. USE A PIPET BULB. In case you already know this, then please excuse this instruction, since you would use a bulb anyway.

And use a fume hood. That is above the azeotropic concentration and has a lot HCl pressure
 
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