1. What is mg/mL to % Conversion?

The mg/mL to % (w/v) conversion is used to express concentration in percentage terms. Percentage concentration (w/v) means weight per volume, where 1% = 1g of solute per 100mL of solution.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• 1 mg/mL = 0.1% (w/v)
• 10 mg/mL = 1% (w/v)
• 100 mg/mL = 10% (w/v)

Explanation: Since 1% = 1g/100mL = 1000mg/100mL = 10mg/mL, the conversion factor is 10.

3. Importance of Concentration Conversion

Details: Different fields use different concentration units. Pharmacists and chemists often need to convert between mg/mL and % for drug preparations, solutions, and formulations.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Simply enter the concentration in mg/mL to get the equivalent percentage concentration. The calculator handles all values > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is this conversion valid for all substances?
A: Yes, this is a general conversion for weight/volume percentages, independent of the solute.

Q2: How does this differ from % (w/w)?
A: % (w/w) is weight per weight, used when both solute and solvent are measured by weight. This calculator is for weight per volume (% w/v).

Q3: What about very dilute solutions?
A: The conversion works for any concentration, but for very dilute solutions (e.g., < 0.1mg/mL), scientific notation might be more appropriate.

Q4: Can I convert % back to mg/mL?
A: Yes, simply multiply the percentage by 10 (e.g., 2% = 20mg/mL).

Q5: When would I need this conversion?
A: Common in pharmacy (drug concentrations), chemistry labs (solution preparation), and medical fields (IV solutions).