How Many Particles Are in 1 Mole of CH₄?

1 mole of CH₄ contains 6.022 × 10²³ molecules (Avogadro's number), which equals 3.011 × 10²⁴ atoms total (5 atoms per molecule).

Molecules:

• 1 mole = 6.022 × 10²³ molecules of CH₄

Atoms:

• Each CH₄ molecule has 5 atoms (1 carbon + 4 hydrogen)
• Total atoms: 5 × 6.022 × 10²³ = 3.011 × 10²⁴ atoms

Breakdown:

• Carbon atoms: 6.022 × 10²³
• Hydrogen atoms: 4 × 6.022 × 10²³ = 2.408 × 10²⁴

Importants Points:

• Molecules: 6.022 × 10²³ CH₄ molecules
• Total atoms: 3.011 × 10²⁴ atoms
• Per molecule: 5 atoms (1 C + 4 H)