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Insoluble hydroxides such as Zn(OH)2 are better dissolved in solutions that are slightly acidic, such as aqueous HCN. Find the molar solubility of Ca(OH)2 in 0.15 M HCN and compare it with the solubility in water: (Hint: Find K for the following reaction.)
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