In order to write the expression for the equilibrium constant for this solubility reaction, we need to recall the rules stated in Section 10.2 of this chapter; Rule #4 states, “Reactants or products t...In order to write the expression for the equilibrium constant for this solubility reaction, we need to recall the rules stated in Section 10.2 of this chapter; Rule #4 states, “Reactants or products that are present as solids or liquids or the solvent, all have an activity value of 1, and so they do not affect the value of the equilibrium expression.” Because silver chloride is a solid, and water is the solvent, the expression for the equilibrium constant is simply,
In order to write the expression for the equilibrium constant for this solubility reaction, we need to recall the rules stated in Section 10.2 of this chapter; Rule #4 states, “Reactants or products t...In order to write the expression for the equilibrium constant for this solubility reaction, we need to recall the rules stated in Section 10.2 of this chapter; Rule #4 states, “Reactants or products that are present as solids or liquids or the solvent, all have an activity value of 1, and so they do not affect the value of the equilibrium expression.” Because silver chloride is a solid, and water is the solvent, the expression for the equilibrium constant is simply,