Chapter 17.6, Problem 17.6.1SR

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

When silver nitrate is added to a solution containing $B{r}^{-},C{O}_3^{2-},C{l}^{-},I^{-}$ and $S{O}_4^{2-}$ ions the ion that get precipitated first has to be identified.

Concept introduction:

• The solubility product constant (${\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}$) is defined as the equilibrium between compound and its ions in an aqueous solution.
• Solubility product is the multiplication of concentration of dissolved ion, raised to the power of coefficients.
• The ionic compound with low solubility product constant (${\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}$) will precipitate first in a mixed solution.