molecular weight

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-017699",
  "term": "molecular weight",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The amount of mass in one mole of molecules of a substance as determined by summing the masses of the individual atoms which make up the molecule.\n\n2. The molecular weight of a compound in grams is the sum of the atomic weights of the elements in the compound. The molecular weight of sulfuric acid (H2SO4) in grams is 98.",
  "abbreviation": "MW",
  "subject": "Laws, regulations and executive orders",
  "references": [
    "Underground Storage Tank Sites Guide Glossary; Glossary of Technical Terms: Office of Underground Storage Tanks",
    "Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/molecular-weight/"
}