Answer:
S = 7.9 × 10⁻⁵ M
S' = 2.6 × 10⁻⁷ M
Explanation:
To calculate the solubility of CuBr in pure water (S) we will use an ICE Chart. We identify 3 stages (Initial-Change-Equilibrium) and complete each row with the concentration or change in concentration. Let's consider the solution of CuBr.
CuBr(s) ⇄ Cu⁺(aq) + Br⁻(aq)
I 0 0
C +S +S
E S S
The solubility product (Ksp) is:
Ksp = 6.27 × 10⁻⁹ = [Cu⁺].[Br⁻] = S²
S = 7.9 × 10⁻⁵ M
<u>Solubility in 0.0120 M CoBr₂ (S')</u>
First, we will consider the ionization of CoBr₂, a strong electrolyte.
CoBr₂(aq) → Co²⁺(aq) + 2 Br⁻(aq)
1 mole of CoBr₂ produces 2 moles of Br⁻. Then, the concentration of Br⁻ will be 2 × 0.0120 M = 0.0240 M.
Then,
CuBr(s) ⇄ Cu⁺(aq) + Br⁻(aq)
I 0 0.0240
C +S' +S'
E S' 0.0240 + S'
Ksp = 6.27 × 10⁻⁹ = [Cu⁺].[Br⁻] = S' . (0.0240 + S')
In the term (0.0240 + S'), S' is very small so we can neglect it to simplify the calculations.
S' = 2.6 × 10⁻⁷ M
Answer: B. The element called tin is a metal with the chemical symbol Sn.
Explanation:
A is incorrect because Ni is Nickel, not Niobium.
C is incorrect because Carbon is a nonmetal and its symbol is C, not Cr.
D is incorrect because Copper's symbol is Cu, not Ce.
E is incorrect because As is the symbol for Arsenic, not Astatine.
