Using the Stepwise Formation Constants Given,calculate the Net Formation Constant

question 76

Multiple Choice

Using the stepwise formation constants given,calculate the net formation constant for the [Cu(H₂NCH₂CH₂NH₂) ₂]²⁺ complex.
Cu²⁺ + en → [Cu(en) ]²⁺ K₁ = 5.2 × 10¹⁰
[Cu(en) ]²⁺ + en → [Cu(en) ₂]²⁺ K₂ = 2.0 × 10⁹

• A)2.6 × 10¹
• B)2.5 × 10⁹
• C)5.4 × 10¹⁰
• D)7.9 × 10¹⁹
• E)1.0 × 10²⁰

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