Chapter 21.11, Problem 1.1ACP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The number of atoms of lead in $1.0\text{ L}$ of blood should be calculated.

Concept introduction:

Lead belongs to group $\text{4A}$ of the periodic table. Lead and its compounds are considered poisonous and can cause lead poisoning in individuals. Some of the common symptoms of lead poisoning are pain in abdomen, nausea, and headache. Lead poisoning is more common in infants. The salts of lead are sweet in taste.

$\text{Number}\text{of}\text{moles}\text{=}\frac{\text{Mass}\text{of}\text{the}\text{substance}}{\text{Molar}\text{mass}}$

$\text{Number}\text{of}\text{atoms}\text{=}\text{Number}\text{of}\text{moles×}\text{Avogadro}\text{number}$