A 14.6% (w/v) sodium chloride, NaCl, is available for injection. What is its concentration in molarity?

Name: A 14.6% (w/v) sodium chloride, NaCl, is available for injection. What is its concentration in molarity?
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To find molarity, convert 14.6% (w/v) to grams per liter. 14.6% (w/v) means 14.6 g of NaCl per 100 mL, which is 146 g/L. The molar mass of NaCl is 58.44 g/mol. Molarity = 146 g/L ÷ 58.44 g/mol = 2.50 M.

A 146% (W/v) Sodium Chloride, NaCl, Is Available for Injection