Calculating Volume of 12g Carbon Cube

In summary, the conversation is about calculating the volume of a 12 gr carbon cube with a distance of 3A between carbon atoms. There is a discussion about using Avogadro's number to determine the number of carbon atoms on an edge, and it is ultimately agreed that using Avogadro's number is the correct method for calculating the volume.
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peripatein
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Hello,

If the distance between carbon atoms is given as 3A, will a 12 gr carbon cube have a volume of (6.022E23)*(27E-24)cm^3?
 
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  • #2
wouldn't you need to take the cube root of avogadros number to determine how many carbon atoms are on an edge?
 
  • #3
peripatein said:
Hello,

If the distance between carbon atoms is given as 3A, will a 12 gr carbon cube have a volume of (6.022E23)*(27E-24)cm^3?
Doesn't seem quite right. Show how you get the 6.022E23.
 
  • #4
Avogadro's number. Wouldn't that be the right way to calculate the volume?
 
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peripatein said:
Avogadro's number. Wouldn't that be the right way to calculate the volume?
OK, yes. I came at it a slightly different way and got a different answer, but I must have made a mistake.
 

Related to Calculating Volume of 12g Carbon Cube

1. How do you calculate the volume of a 12g carbon cube?

To calculate the volume of a 12g carbon cube, you can use the formula V = m/d, where V is volume, m is mass, and d is density. In this case, the mass is 12g and the density of carbon is 2.26 g/cm³. So, V = 12g / 2.26 g/cm³ = 5.31 cm³.

2. What is the density of carbon?

The density of carbon varies depending on the form it is in. However, the density of pure carbon is 2.26 g/cm³.

3. Can the volume of a 12g carbon cube be measured in any unit?

Yes, the volume of a 12g carbon cube can be measured in any unit of volume, such as cubic centimeters (cm³) or milliliters (mL).

4. Is there a difference in volume between a 12g carbon cube and a 12g cube of another substance?

Yes, there will be a difference in volume between a 12g carbon cube and a 12g cube of another substance. This is because different substances have different densities, and therefore, different volumes for the same amount of mass.

5. How does the volume of a 12g carbon cube compare to the volume of a 12g cube of oxygen?

The volume of a 12g carbon cube will be smaller than the volume of a 12g cube of oxygen. This is because carbon has a higher density than oxygen, so it takes up less space for the same amount of mass.

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