Chapter 23, Problem 23.19QAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The formation constant for the following reaction should be predicted.

${\text{Cu}}^{2+}+{\text{Y}}^{4-}\rightleftharpoons {\text{CuY}}^{2-}$

Concept introduction:

Formation constant measures the strength of interaction between the reactant and the complex. It is equal to the ratio of complex or product to the reactants.