Molar mass of propylene glycol (C3H8O2)

The molar mass of propylene glycol (C3H8O2) is 76.095 g/mol.

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Step-by-step calculation

ElementAtomsAtomic massSubtotal
Carbon × 3 12.011 = 36.033
Hydrogen × 8 1.008 = 8.064
Oxygen × 2 15.999 = 31.998
Total76.095 g/mol

Percent composition by element

  • Carbon 47.35%
  • Hydrogen 10.6%
  • Oxygen 42.05%

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FAQ

What is the molar mass of C3H8O2?

The molar mass of propylene glycol (C3H8O2) is 76.095 g/mol.

How do you calculate the molar mass of C3H8O2?

Multiply the atomic mass of each element by the number of its atoms in C3H8O2, then add the results: 3 × 12.011 (C) + 8 × 1.008 (H) + 2 × 15.999 (O) = 76.095 g/mol.

What percentage of C3H8O2 is Carbon?

Carbon makes up 47.35% of the mass of propylene glycol (C3H8O2).