Partition Coefficient Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Partition Coefficient (Kp) is:

\[ Kp = \frac{C1}{C2} \]

Where:

\(Kp\) is the partition coefficient
\(C1\) is the concentration of the substance in medium 1 while at equilibrium
\(C2\) is the concentration of the substance in medium 2 while at equilibrium

What is a Partition Coefficient?

A partition coefficient is a ratio of the concentration of a substance in two different mediums while at equilibrium in both of those mediums. It is an important parameter in chemistry and biology, as it helps determine the distribution of a substance between two phases, such as oil and water, or between different cell compartments.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Concentration in Medium 1 (C1) = 10
Concentration in Medium 2 (C2) = 5

Using the formula to calculate the Partition Coefficient (Kp):

\[ Kp = \frac{C1}{C2} = \frac{10}{5} = 2 \]

The Partition Coefficient (Kp) is 2.