Answer:
0.057 M
Explanation:
Step 1: Given data
Solubility product constant (Ksp) for HgBr₂: 2.8 × 10⁻⁴
Concentration of mercury (II) ion: 0.085 M
Step 2: Write the reaction for the solution of HgBr₂
HgBr₂(s) ⇄ Hg²⁺(aq) + 2 Br⁻
Step 3: Calculate the bromide concentration needed for a precipitate to occur
The Ksp is:
Ksp = 2.8 × 10⁻⁴ = [Hg²⁺] × [Br⁻]²
[Br⁻] = √(2.8 × 10⁻⁴/0.085) = 0.057 M
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The enthalpy change for an exothermic reaction is negative because heat is being released, so that takes out two of the responses. Since energy is being released into the surroundings due to the exothermic reaction, the potential energy of the products is lower than that of the reactants. Energy is being put in to make the reaction occur, but then that energy is all being released into the surroundings thus a lower potential energy level for the products
