Consider the reaction CaSO4(s)⇌Ca2+(aq)+SO2−4(aq) At 25 ∘C the equilibrium constant is Kc=2.4×10−5 for this reaction. If the resulting solution has a volume of 1.1 L , what is the minimum mass of CaSO4(s) needed to achieve equilibrium? Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units.
The solids are not part of the equilibrium constant, since its concentration is an intensive property and not dependent on the amount of substance. Equilibrium constant for the reaction is:
Concentration of CaSO4 is constant
concentration of Ca+2 y SO4-2 are equal
Therefore
for there is such concentration of ions, as the ratio is equimolar must be equal amount of CaSO4
Mass of CaSO4 (MW 136,14g/mol)
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For a solution of 1,1L :
Minimum mass of CaSO4(s) needed to achieve equilibrium is 0,74g for a solution of 1,1L.
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