Everyday Math & Conversions

Dilution

Conservation relation for ideal dilution.

M₁V₁ = M₂V₂

Variables

M₁,V₁
initial concentration and volume
M₂,V₂
final concentration and volume

How to use this formula

Identify the known values, keep units consistent, substitute the values into the formula, and calculate carefully. Then check whether the result is reasonable for the original problem.