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The conversion between milligrams and milliliters depends on the density of the substance. Since milligrams measure mass and milliliters measure volume, you need the substance's density to convert between these units.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula divides the mass by the density to get the equivalent volume.
Details: Density is crucial because different substances have different densities. For example, water has a density of 1000 mg/ml (1 g/ml), while other substances will have different values.
Tips: Enter the mass in milligrams and the substance's density in mg/ml. Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: Why can't I directly convert mg to ml without density?
A: Because milligrams measure mass while milliliters measure volume. The conversion requires knowing how much mass is in a given volume (density).
Q2: What's the density of water?
A: Water has a density of 1000 mg/ml (equivalent to 1 g/ml) at standard temperature and pressure.
Q3: How do I find the density of a substance?
A: You can find density values in chemical reference tables, material safety data sheets (MSDS), or by measuring mass and volume yourself.
Q4: Can I use this for any substance?
A: Yes, as long as you know the substance's density in mg/ml. The formula works for all substances.
Q5: What about temperature effects on density?
A: Density can change with temperature. For precise conversions, use density values measured at the same temperature as your application.