Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Molar Solubility
Molar solubility is the number of moles of a solute that can dissolve in one liter of solution at a given temperature. It is a crucial measure in determining how much of a compound can be dissolved in water, which directly influences the calculation of the solubility product constant (Ksp). In this case, the molar solubility of PbF2 is given as 5.63 × 10^-3 M.
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Solubility Product Constant (Ksp)
The solubility product constant (Ksp) is an equilibrium constant that reflects the extent to which a sparingly soluble ionic compound dissolves in water. It is calculated from the concentrations of the ions in a saturated solution at equilibrium. For PbF2, Ksp can be derived from its dissociation into Pb²⁺ and F⁻ ions, using the molar solubility to express their concentrations.
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Solubility Product Constant
Dissociation of Ionic Compounds
Dissociation refers to the process by which an ionic compound separates into its constituent ions when dissolved in water. For PbF2, the dissociation can be represented as PbF2(s) ⇌ Pb²⁺(aq) + 2F⁻(aq). Understanding this process is essential for calculating Ksp, as it allows us to relate the molar solubility to the concentrations of the ions produced in solution.
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