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The conversion from milligrams (mg) to milliliters (mL) is a common calculation in chemistry, pharmacy, and cooking that requires knowing the density of the substance. This conversion allows you to convert between mass and volume measurements.
The calculator uses the volume calculation formula:
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Explanation: The formula divides the mass by the density to determine the volume, since density represents mass per unit volume.
Details: Density is crucial because different substances have different densities. For example, water has a density of 1000 mg/mL, while other substances like oils or medications have different densities that must be known for accurate conversion.
Tips: Enter the mass in milligrams and the density in mg/mL. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will provide the volume in milliliters.
Q1: Why can't I directly convert mg to mL without density?
A: Because mg measures mass while mL measures volume. Different substances with the same mass can have very different volumes depending on their density.
Q2: What is the density of water?
A: Pure water has a density of approximately 1000 mg/mL at standard temperature and pressure.
Q3: How do I find the density of a substance?
A: Density can be found in material safety data sheets (MSDS), chemical reference tables, or by measuring mass and volume and calculating density = mass/volume.
Q4: Can I use this for any substance?
A: Yes, as long as you know the correct density for that specific substance under the current conditions.
Q5: Why is temperature important for density?
A: Density changes with temperature for most substances. Make sure to use density values at the appropriate temperature for accurate conversions.