The Balanced Equation for the Solubility Equilibrium of Fe(OH)₂ Is

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Multiple Choice

The balanced equation for the solubility equilibrium of Fe(OH) ₂ is shown below.What is the equilibrium constant expression for the K_sp of Fe(OH) ₂?
Fe(OH) ₂(s) ⇌ Fe²⁺(aq) + 2 OH^-(aq)

• A)K_sp = {[Fe²⁺][OH^-]²}/{[Fe(OH)₂][H₂O]}
• B)K_sp = {[Fe²⁺][OH^-]²}/[Fe(OH)₂]
• C)K_sp = [Fe²⁺][OH^-]²
• D)K_sp = 1/{[Fe²⁺][OH^-]²}

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