Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 13 - Properties of Solutions - Exercises - Page 566: 13.3a

Answer

No, the solids will not have the same solubility in water.

Work Step by Step

In order for a solid to dissolve, its lattice must be broken-- a process requiring various amounts of lattice energy. The solubility of an ionic solid somewhat depends on its lattice energy, so the two ionic solids will not have the same solubility in water.
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