Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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Chapter 15 - Chemical Equilibrium - Exercises - Problems - Page 569: 80

Answer

The $Ba(OH)_2$ concentration should not be in the $K_{sp}$ expression, and the ion concentrations should be in the numerator of the fraction (top). Correct version: $K_{sp} = [Ba^{2+}][OH^-]^2$

Work Step by Step

When we write the $K_{sp}$ expression, we do not consider the concentration of the solid salt. And, the $K_{sp}$ expression is the fraction of: $\frac{[Products]}{[Reactants]}$.
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