1. What is Dilution Ratio?

The dilution ratio represents the relationship between the volume of the final solution (V2) and the volume of the stock solution (V1). It's commonly used in chemistry, biology, and various industrial applications to prepare solutions of desired concentrations.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple dilution ratio formula:

Where:

• \( V2 \) — Volume of final solution (L)
• \( V1 \) — Volume of stock solution (L)

Explanation: The ratio tells you how many times the original solution has been diluted. For example, a ratio of 10 means the stock solution was diluted 10-fold.

3. Importance of Dilution Ratio

Details: Understanding dilution ratios is essential for preparing accurate concentrations in laboratory work, manufacturing processes, and various scientific applications. It ensures consistency and reproducibility in experiments and industrial processes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both volumes in liters (L). Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the ratio of V2 to V1.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between dilution ratio and dilution factor?
A: The dilution ratio is V2:V1 (total volume to stock volume), while dilution factor is V1:V2 (stock volume to total volume).

Q2: How do I prepare a solution with a specific dilution ratio?
A: To achieve a specific ratio, add (V2 - V1) volume of diluent to V1 volume of stock solution.

Q3: Can I use different units for V1 and V2?
A: Yes, as long as both volumes are in the same units. The calculator currently uses liters by default.

Q4: What's a serial dilution?
A: A series of sequential dilutions where each step uses the diluted solution from the previous step as its stock.

Q5: How does this relate to concentration?
A: The concentration after dilution is the original concentration divided by the dilution ratio.