Relative atomic mass - SC3 Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of relative atomic mass
A
weighted mean average of all the atoms in 12g carbon-12
2
Q
What is the equation for relative atomic mass
A
(mass x %)+(mass x %) /100
3
Q
Method for RAM
A
- Find percentages using figures given - (100-n = y)
- Form equation -
(a x n) + (b x y) /100 - Get answer and round if needed
4
Q
How do you double check the right answer for RAM
A
the answer will be between the mass figures stated