Relative formula Mass (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry): Flashcards

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3.1.2 Relative Formula Mass
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Symbol for relative atomic mass

Ar

Standard that Ar is compared to

Carbon-12 atom

Where Ar values are found

Periodic table

Units for Ar and Mr values

No units (just numbers, as they are relative)

Symbol for relative formula mass

Mr

What Mr represents

Relative formula mass of a compound

Ar value of carbon (C)

1212

Ar value of oxygen (O)

1616

Mr of carbon dioxide (CO₂)

4444

Calculation of Mr for CO₂

(1×12)+(2×16)=12+32=44(1×12)+(2×16)=12+32=44

Structure of ionic compounds like NaCl

Lattice of ions (not individual molecules)

Can Mr be calculated for ionic compounds?

Yes, using the same method with the formula

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