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The conversion from milligrams (mg) to millimoles (mmol) is a fundamental calculation in chemistry, pharmacy, and medical sciences. It converts mass measurements to molar quantities, allowing for precise chemical calculations and dosage determinations.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: This formula converts mass (mg) to amount of substance (mmol) using the molecular weight as the conversion factor.
Details: This conversion is essential for pharmaceutical dosing, chemical reactions, laboratory preparations, and medical treatments where precise molar quantities are required rather than mass measurements.
Tips: Enter the mass in milligrams and the molecular weight in g/mol. Both values must be positive numbers. The result will be displayed in millimoles (mmol).
Q1: What is the difference between mg and mmol?
A: Milligrams (mg) measure mass, while millimoles (mmol) measure the amount of substance. The conversion depends on the molecular weight of the compound.
Q2: Where can I find molecular weights?
A: Molecular weights can be found in chemical databases, pharmaceutical references, or calculated from the chemical formula using atomic weights.
Q3: Why is this conversion important in medicine?
A: Many medications are dosed based on molar concentration rather than mass, making this conversion crucial for accurate dosing and therapeutic monitoring.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for any substance?
A: Yes, as long as you know the molecular weight of the substance, this calculator can convert any mass to molar amount.
Q5: What if I need to convert mmol back to mg?
A: Use the reverse formula: \( mg = mmol \times Molecular\ Weight \).