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For each compound, write an equation showing how the compound dissolves in water and
Chapter 15, Problem 78P(choose chapter or problem)
For each compound, write an equation showing how the compound dissolves in water and write an expression for \(K_\mathrm{sp}\).
(a) \(\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}\)
(b) \(\mathrm{FeCO_3}\)
(c) PbS
(d) \(\mathrm{PbSO_4}\)
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QUESTION:
For each compound, write an equation showing how the compound dissolves in water and write an expression for \(K_\mathrm{sp}\).
(a) \(\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}\)
(b) \(\mathrm{FeCO_3}\)
(c) PbS
(d) \(\mathrm{PbSO_4}\)
ANSWER:
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When a solution becomes saturated precipitate forms and cloudiness appears. Precipitate is an insoluble solute. Small amounts of ionized solute remain in the solution. A representation of the equilibrium relative to the concentrations of the ions is referred to as the “Solubility Product” or the “Solubility-Product Constant” \({K_{sp}}\).