the silver ion concentration is 2.53×10−4 M and the carbonate ion concentration is 1.27×10−4 M. Calculate the solubility product, 𝐾sp , for Ag2CO3 .

Question

In a saturated aqueous solution of Ag2CO3, the silver ion concentration is 2.53×10−4 M and the carbonate ion concentration is 1.27×10−4 M. Calculate the solubility product, 𝐾sp, for Ag2CO3.

Answer 1

equ:

Ag₂CO₃⇆2Ag⁺ + (CO₃)^2-

The product solubility KSP is

KSP = [Ag⁺]² + [CO^2-₃]

KSP = (2.53 * 10^-4]^2 * (1.27*10^-4)

=8.13*10^-12