Use the Following Information to Calculate the Solubility Product Constant

question 98

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

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