Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 2 - Chemical Compounds - Questions for Review and Thought - Applying Concepts - Page 90f: 124d

Answer

1 mol $Cl_2$ has the greater mass.

Work Step by Step

- 1 mol $Cl$ Molar mass ($Cl$) = 35.5 g/mol Therefore, 1 mol $Cl$ = 35.5g - 1 mol $Cl_2$ Molar mass (Cl_2) = 2 * 35.5 = 71g Therefore, 1 mol $Cl_2$ = 71g Since $71g > 35.5g$ The mass in 1 mol $Cl_2$ is greater.
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