Chapter 18.4, Problem 37LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The explanation for what the solubility product constant, $K_{sp}$ , tells about the solubility of a compound is to be stated.

Concept Introduction: The expression representing the product of the concentrations of the ions each raised to the power (equal to their stoichiometric coefficient) in the dissociation equation is termed as solubility product constant $\left({\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}\right)$ .

Answer to Problem 37LC

The value of the solubility product constant tells whether the substance is highly soluble or least soluble.

Explanation of Solution

The value of the solubility product constant tells whether the substance is highly soluble or least soluble. The smaller the value of the solubility product constant $\left({\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}\right)$ , the lower is the solubility of the compound. The larger the value of the solubility product constant $\left({\text{K}}_{\text{sp}}\right)$ , the higher is the solubility of the compound.