how many equivalents are in 0.036 moles of Ca2+? how many equivalents are in 0.036 moles of Ca2+? Solution We know, 1. Moles = Given mass /Molar mass 2. Equivalents = Given mass/ Equivalent mass 3. Equivalent mass of an ion = Molar mass / charge of the ion From 1 and 2 Moles / Equivalents =Equivalent mass/ Molar mass Substitute the value of Equivalent mass from 3 Then, Moles / Equivalents = (Molar mass /charge on the ion) / Molar mass = 1/charge on the ion = 1/2 ie Equivalents = 2 x Moles = 2 x 0.036 = 0.072 Number of equivalents in 0.036 moles Ca 2+ = 0.072 .