Question

Enter the Ksp expression for the solid AB2 in terms of the molar solubility x. AB2 has a molar solubility of 3.72×10−4 M. What is the value of the solubility product constant for AB2?

Answer 1

Answer:

2.06 × 10⁻¹⁰

Explanation:

Let's consider the solution of a generic compound AB₂.

AB₂(s) ⇄ A²⁺(aq) + 2B⁻(aq)

We can relate the molar solubility (S) with the solubility product constant (Kps) using an ICE chart.

      AB₂(s) ⇄ A²⁺(aq) + 2B⁻(aq)

I                      0              0

C                    +S            +2S

E                      S              2S

The solubility product constant is:

Kps = [A²⁺] × [B⁻]² = S × (2S)² = 4 × S³ = 4 × (3.72 × 10⁻⁴)³ = 2.06 × 10⁻¹⁰