How to Find the Mass of a Solution with Given Density?

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To find the mass of a solution with a given density, the formula D = m/v is used, where D is density, m is mass, and v is volume. In this case, the density of the solution is 1.182 g/mL, which indicates that 1 liter (1000 mL) of the solution has a mass of 1182 grams. The initial mass of CsCl added is 185 grams, but the total mass of the solution includes both the solute and the solvent. Therefore, the mass of the solution is 1182 grams, confirming that the mass of the solution is not just the mass of the solute alone. Understanding the relationship between density, volume, and mass is crucial for solving such problems.
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Homework Statement



A solution is prepared by adding enough water to 185 grams of CsCl to form 1 liter of solution. What is the mass of the solution? The density of the solution is 1.182 g/mL.


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D= m/v

The Attempt at a Solution



D= 1.182 g/mL ----> 185 g CsCl / 1.182 g/ml = 156.5143824mL * 1L /1000L = 0.157L

but how do i find the mass? I am confused...? Isn't the mass of the solution just 185 grams?
 
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If the density of the solution is 1.182 g/mL, how many grams of solution are in 1 liter of solution?
 
Bohrok said:
If the density of the solution is 1.182 g/mL, how many grams of solution are in 1 liter of solution?

So you're saying if (1.182 g/mL)(1000ml/1L) = 1182 grams are in 1 liter of solution?
 
Complexity said:
So you're saying if (1.182 g/mL)(1000ml/1L) = 1182 grams are in 1 liter of solution?

Actually that's what you said, Bohrok only asked :wink: But that's the correct answer.
 
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