Chapter 16, Problem 9CE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equilibrium constant for slightly soluble ionic compound, $\text{Al}{\left(\text{OH}\right)}_3\left(s\right)\rightleftharpoons {\text{Al}}^{3+}\left(aq\right)+3{\text{OH}}^{-}\left(aq\right)$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Solubility product constant, ${\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}$ is the equilibrium constant for compounds with low solubility. The ${\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}$ expression depends only upon the products since the species on the left hand side of the equilibrium expression is solid.