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Definition: This calculator determines the actual concentration of an electrolyte solution based on ionic activity and fugacity.
Purpose: It helps chemists and engineers calculate the effective concentration of ions in solution, accounting for non-ideal behavior.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The square root of ionic activity is divided by the square of fugacity to account for non-ideal behavior in electrolyte solutions.
Details: Accurate concentration calculations are crucial for predicting solution behavior, reaction rates, and electrochemical properties.
Tips: Enter the ionic activity in mol/kg and fugacity in Pascals. All values must be > 0.
Q1: What is ionic activity?
A: Ionic activity is the effective concentration of ions in solution, accounting for interactions between charged particles.
Q2: What does fugacity represent?
A: Fugacity is a measure of a substance's tendency to escape from one phase to another, accounting for non-ideal gas behavior.
Q3: Why do we square the fugacity?
A: Squaring fugacity accounts for its effect on both the numerator and denominator in the equilibrium expression.
Q4: When would I need this calculation?
A: This is particularly important in electrochemical systems, battery research, and corrosion studies.
Q5: How precise should my inputs be?
A: For accurate results, measure ionic activity and fugacity with precision, typically to at least 3 significant figures.