Understanding the Difference: Is 50 mL Equal to 50 g?

Discover why 50 mL doesn't always equal 50 g and how density affects this conversion.

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No, 50 mL is not always equal to 50 g. Milliliters (mL) measure volume, while grams (g) measure mass. The conversion depends on the substance's density. For example, 50 mL of water is about 50 g, but this is not true for substances with different densities.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the relationship between milliliters and grams? Milliliters measure volume, while grams measure mass; conversion depends on the substance's density.
  2. Why does water convert differently than other substances? Water has a density of 1 g/mL, making 50 mL of water equal to 50 g, but this differs for other substances based on their density.
  3. How do you convert mL to grams for other liquids? To convert mL to grams, multiply the volume by the substance's density (g/mL).

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