JAMB Chemistry 2012 Question 3

Question 3

Mole Concept and Stoichiometry

How many atoms are present in 6.0g of magnesium? [Mg = 24, NA = 6.02 × 1023 mol−1]

  1. A.1.20 × 1022
  2. B.2.41 × 1022
  3. C.1.51 × 1023
  4. D.3.02 × 1023
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (1.51 × 1023)

Explanation

6.0/24 = 0.25 mol; 0.25 × 6.02 × 1023 = 1.51 × 1023 atoms.