Answer the following questions about the solubility of AgCl(s). The value of Ksp for AgCl(s) is 1.8 × 10−10. Calculate the value of [Ag+] in a saturated solution of AgCl in distilled water. The concentration of Cl−(aq) in seawater is 0.54 M. Calculate the molar solubility of AgCl(s) in seawater. Explain why AgCl(s) is less soluble in seawater than in distilled water.

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Answer the following questions about the solubility of AgCl(s). The value of Ksp for AgCl(s) is 1.8 × 10−10.

  1. Calculate the value of [Ag+] in a saturated solution of AgCl in distilled water.

  2. The concentration of Cl(aq) in seawater is 0.54 M.

    1. Calculate the molar solubility of AgCl(s) in seawater.

    2. Explain why AgCl(s) is less soluble in seawater than in distilled water.

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