The Equilibrium Constant for the Formation of Calcium Carbonate from the Ions

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Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant for the formation of calcium carbonate from the ions in solution is 2.2 *10⁸ according to the reaction Ca²⁺(aq) + CO₃^{2 -} (aq) ⇄ CaCO₃ (s) .What is the value of the equilibrium
Constant for the reverse of this reaction?

• A)the same, 2.2 *10⁸
• B)(-2.2 *10⁸)
• C)2.2 *10^-8
• D)4.5 * 10^-9
• E)4.5 *10⁹

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