Avogadro constant

The Avogadro constant, approximately 6.022 x 10²³, represents the number of atoms, molecules, or particles in one mole of a substance. This fundamental scientific concept facilitates the understanding of chemical quantities. For instance, when you have one mole of carbon, it contains about 6.022 x 10²³ carbon atoms. This constant helps chemists accurately measure and compare amounts of different substances, providing a bridge between the microscopic world of atoms and the macroscopic world of everyday materials. In essence, it quantifies how we relate large numbers of tiny entities in chemistry.