Chapter 16, Problem 38E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equilibrium constant for the saturated solution of magnesium fluoride is to be calculated.

Concept introduction:

In a chemical reaction, when the rates of both forward and reverse reactions are equal, then the chemical reaction is said to be at equilibrium. They are reversible in nature. The equilibrium constant is denoted as $K_{eq}$. Mathematically, it is represented as the ratio of product concentration to reactant concentration raised to their stoichiometric coefficients as shown below.

$K_{eq}=\frac{{\left[\text{Product}\text{concentration}\right]}^{\text{a}}}{{\left[\text{Reactant}\text{concentration}\right]}^{\text{b}}}$