Lesson 4: Grams vs. Moles Preview CT-STEM

So How Much is a Mole?

Create a 1 mole sample of iron using paperclips. It should be close to a mole, but it need not be exact.

Please answer the questions below.

Question 3.1

1. Estimate the total number of paperclips used (don't waste time counting them out one by one).

Question 3.2

2. Now weigh 5 paperclips and record their mass.

Question 3.3

3. Calculate how many moles are in 5 paperclips.

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