Calculate Mass of P in Apatite - 211.866kg

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In summary, to calculate the mass of P in Apatite, you will need to determine the molar mass of P and Apatite and use the mole ratio between the two. The formula for calculating the mass of P takes into account the molar mass of P and the mole ratio between P and Apatite. The molar mass of P is approximately 30.97 g/mol and the molar mass of Apatite is approximately 310.18 g/mol. The mole ratio between P and Apatite can be determined by looking at the chemical formula of Apatite, which is Ca5(PO4)3. Therefore, the mole ratio between P and Apatite is 3:5.
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Homework Statement


Apatite (Ca5(PO4)3F) is used to manufacture fertilizer.

Homework Equations


How many kilograms of pure phosphorus (P) is included in 1150 kg of apatite?

The Attempt at a Solution


mp/(3*30.97) = 1150000/504.31
mp= 211866.709g =211.866Kg
 
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Where is the apatite's molar mass involved ?

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Molar mass is 504.31g/mol
 

FAQ: Calculate Mass of P in Apatite - 211.866kg

How do you calculate the mass of P in Apatite?

The mass of P in Apatite can be calculated by first obtaining the molar mass of P and the molar mass of Apatite. Then, using the mole ratio between P and Apatite, the mass of P can be calculated using the formula: mass of P = molar mass of P x (molar mass of Apatite / molar mass of P).

What is the molar mass of P?

The molar mass of P, or phosphorus, is approximately 30.97 g/mol.

What is the molar mass of Apatite?

The molar mass of Apatite, or calcium phosphate, is approximately 310.18 g/mol.

How do you determine the mole ratio between P and Apatite?

The mole ratio between P and Apatite can be determined by looking at the chemical formula of Apatite, which is Ca5(PO4)3. This means that for every 5 moles of Ca5, there are 3 moles of P. Therefore, the mole ratio between P and Apatite is 3:5.

What is the formula for calculating the mass of P in Apatite?

The formula for calculating the mass of P in Apatite is: mass of P = molar mass of P x (molar mass of Apatite / molar mass of P). This formula takes into account the molar mass of P and the mole ratio between P and Apatite.

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