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  • Atoms in a Mole of Methane (CH4): A Detailed Calculation
    Here's how to figure out the number of atoms in a mole of methane (CH4):

    * Methane's Formula: Methane has one carbon atom (C) and four hydrogen atoms (H).

    * Atoms per Molecule: Each molecule of methane contains 1 + 4 = 5 atoms.

    * Avogadro's Number: One mole of any substance contains 6.022 x 10^23 particles (atoms, molecules, etc.).

    * Calculation:

    * (5 atoms/molecule) * (6.022 x 10^23 molecules/mole) = 3.011 x 10^24 atoms/mole

    Therefore, there are 3.011 x 10^24 atoms present in a mole of methane.

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