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The dilution factor (DF) is a measure of how much a solution has been diluted. It represents the ratio of the final volume to the initial volume of the solution. A higher dilution factor indicates a more diluted solution.
The calculator uses the dilution factor formula:
Where:
Explanation: The dilution factor indicates how many times the original solution has been diluted. For example, a DF of 10 means the solution has been diluted 10-fold.
Details: Accurate dilution factor calculation is crucial in laboratory settings for preparing solutions of specific concentrations, in medical applications for drug preparations, and in various industrial processes where precise dilution is required.
Tips: Enter the initial volume and final volume in milliliters. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the dilution factor, which is a unitless value representing the dilution ratio.
Q1: What does a dilution factor of 1 mean?
A: A dilution factor of 1 means no dilution has occurred - the final volume equals the initial volume.
Q2: How is dilution factor related to concentration?
A: The concentration after dilution is the original concentration divided by the dilution factor.
Q3: Can dilution factor be less than 1?
A: No, dilution factor cannot be less than 1 since final volume cannot be smaller than initial volume in a dilution process.
Q4: What's the difference between dilution factor and dilution ratio?
A: Dilution factor is a single number (e.g., 10), while dilution ratio is typically expressed as a ratio (e.g., 1:10).
Q5: When would I use dilution factor calculations?
A: Dilution factor calculations are used in chemistry labs, medical laboratories, pharmaceutical preparations, and any situation where solutions need to be prepared at specific concentrations.