Mass
Definition
Mass refers to the amount or quantity of matter contained within an object or substance. It is typically measured using units such as grams (g) or kilograms (kg).
Analogy
Think about going grocery shopping with your backpack. The mass would be equivalent to how heavy your backpack feels when it's filled with groceries.
Related terms
Empirical Formula: The empirical formula represents the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms present in a compound.
Molecular Formula: The molecular formula gives the actual number and types of atoms present in a molecule.
g/mol: A unit used to express molar mass, which is the mass per mole of a substance.
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