To prepare a 2 M solution of potassium nitrate (KNO3), which quantities must be measured? The mass of the and the volume of the must be measured.

The mass of the solute and the volume of the solution.

Explanation:

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In this case, given the formula of molarity:

In such a way, since the moles could not be directly measured, we must measure the mass of the solute and by using its molar mass, one could compute its moles. Moreover, since the solution is composed by the solvent (typically water) and the solute, we consequently must measure the volume of the solution needed for the preparation of such concentration-known solution. In such a way, we can actually prepare the required solution.

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