Once your determine the molar mass of a compound, you are prepared to do the mole conversions.
When given the sample size of the compound in moles, the mass in grams of the sample is described as g = Mn where g is the total grams of the sample, M is the molar mass of the compound, and n is the sample size in moles.
Conversely, when given the total grams of the sample, the size in moles of the sample is described as n = g/M where n is the sample size in moles, g is the sample mass in grams, and M is the molar mass of the compound.
how many moles of oxygen gas are needed to react with hydrogen to form one mole of water?
2H2(g) + O2(g) ----> 2H2O(l)
Hey, Dawn.
Balancing chemical equations is something every chemistry student needs to master. There is a cramlet that covers it a: http://www.college-cram.com/study/chemistry/presentations/569