The Dilution Equation
The principle of dilution is based on the conservation of mass (or moles). The amount of solute in the stock solution used must equal the amount of solute in the final diluted solution.
C₁V₁ = C₂V₂
Solve the C₁V₁ = C₂V₂ equation to determine how much stock solution is needed to prepare a target concentration.
The principle of dilution is based on the conservation of mass (or moles). The amount of solute in the stock solution used must equal the amount of solute in the final diluted solution.