The distribution coefficient for X between chloroform and water is 9.6. Calculate the concentration of X remaining in the aqueous phase after 50.0 mL of 0.150 M X is treated by extraction with the following quantities of chloroform: (a) one 40.0-mL portion, (b) two 20.0-mL portions, (c) four 10.0-mL portions, and (d) eight 5.00-mL portions.

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The distribution coefficient for X between chloroform and water is 9.6. Calculate the concentration of X remaining in the aqueous phase after 50.0 mL of 0.150 M X is treated by extraction with the following quantities of chloroform: (a) one 40.0-mL portion, (b) two 20.0-mL portions, (c) four 10.0-mL portions, and (d) eight 5.00-mL portions. 

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