Enter the concentration in mg/L, molecular weight in g/mol, and valence to calculate the milliequivalents per liter (Meq/L). This calculator helps in converting concentration units for substances in solution.
Meq/L Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the milliequivalents per liter (Meq/L):
Meq/L = (C / MW) * V * 1000
Variables:
- C is the concentration in mg/L
- MW is the molecular weight in g/mol
- V is the valence of the substance
To calculate Meq/L, divide the concentration by the molecular weight, multiply by the valence, and then multiply by 1000 to convert to milliequivalents.
What is Meq/L?
Meq/L is a unit of concentration that stands for milliequivalents per liter. It is often used in chemistry and medicine to express the concentration of ions in a solution, taking into account the charge of the ions. This unit is particularly useful for solutions with electrolytes, where the chemical reactivity is dependent not only on the concentration but also on the charge of the ions present.
How to Calculate Meq/L?
The following steps outline how to calculate Meq/L:
- First, determine the concentration (C) of the substance in mg/L.
- Next, determine the molecular weight (MW) of the substance in g/mol.
- Next, determine the valence (V) of the substance.
- Use the formula Meq/L = (C / MW) * V * 1000 to calculate the milliequivalents per liter.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Concentration (C) = 200 mg/L
Molecular Weight (MW) = 58.44 g/mol (for NaCl)
Valence (V) = 1 (for Na+ or Cl-)
