Why is NaOH's molar mass exactly 40?
ChemistryClass 10CBSEAnswered 20 May 2026
Answer
Atomic masses: Na=23, O=16, H=1 → 23+16+1 = 40 g/mol exactly. This means 1 mole of NaOH weighs 40 g, making it easy to prepare 1M solutions (40 g per litre).
Atomic masses: Na=23, O=16, H=1 → 23+16+1 = 40 g/mol exactly. This means 1 mole of NaOH weighs 40 g, making it easy to prepare 1M solutions (40 g per litre).