What is the final dilution if you mix 1 ml of a 12 dilution

What is the final dilution if you mix 1 ml of a 1:2 dilution with 2 ml of diluent?

Solution

Answer:

First dilution = ½

Second dilution =

Total dilution = ½ x =

Explanation:

1/2 fold dilution = A two-fold dilution reduces the concentration of a solution by a factor of two that is reduces the original concentration by one half.

Final dilution is the product of all dilutions