Use the Following Information to Calculate the Solubility Product Constant

question 55

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to calculate the solubility product constant, K_sp, for CuCl. A saturated solution of CuCl in water was prepared and filtered. From the filtrate, 1.0 L was measured out into a beaker and evaporated to dryness. The solid CuCl residue recovered in the beaker was found to weigh 0.041g.

• A) K_sp =1.7 *10¯⁹
• B) K_sp = 1.7 *10¯⁷
• C) K_sp = 1.7 *10¯⁵
• D) K_sp = 4.3 *10¯⁴
• E) K_sp = 2.1 *10¯²