Calculating moles and using Avogadro’s number

By Emily Rose Seeber2022-05-03T09:55:00

A mole scientist looking at a large number of tiny moles in a magnifying glass

Source: © Dan Bright

Use this explainer to help your students grasp the relationship between moles, mass and molecular mass

Share this infographic poster, fact sheet and practice questions with your 16–18 students. Together they explain how to calculate moles, using Avogadro’s number and the relationship between moles, mass and molecular mass. Download the classroom resources to support your A-level, Advanced Higher and Leaving Cert learners.

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