1. Find the Molar Mass of NaOH
* Sodium (Na): 22.99 g/mol
* Oxygen (O): 16.00 g/mol
* Hydrogen (H): 1.01 g/mol
Total molar mass of NaOH = 22.99 + 16.00 + 1.01 = 40.00 g/mol
2. Use the Formula:
* moles = mass / molar mass
3. Calculate:
* moles = 120 g / 40.00 g/mol
* moles = 3 mol
Therefore, there are 3 moles of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in 120 grams.