The Generalized Approach to Electrolytic Systems: II. The Generalized Equivalent Mass (GEM) Concept

Abstract

The equivalent mass (EM, in terms established by IUPAC) and generalized equivalent mass (GEM, in terms suggested by Michałowski) concepts related to titrimetric methods of chemical analysis are considered from the viewpoint of the generalized approach to electrolytic systems (GATES). No chemical reaction notation is required for explanation of the GEM concept. The advantages of GEM over EM are discussed in details. The role of preliminary knowledge obtained from simulated titrations, realized according to principles offered by GATES, is emphasized.

Keywords:

• Titration
• equivalent mass

Notes

¹The embarrassing term “equivalent weight” (usually applied in literature) associates with force of gravity, expressed in force units (N).