Chapter 8, Problem 172AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The Ksp of Pb(IO₃)₂ in a 7.2x10-2 M KIO₃ solution needs to be deduced given that its solubility is 6.0x10-9 mol/L

Concept Introduction:

Molar solubility (s) of a given solid is the amount of solid that can be dissolved in a saturated solution, i.e. it is the moles of the solid dissolved per liter of the solution.

Solubility product (Ksp) is essentially an equilibrium constant which depicts the relation between a solid and its ions in an aqueous solution. Ksp is expressed as a product of the concentration or the molar solubility of the dissolved ions.