Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 13 - The Chemistry of Solutes and Solutions - Conceptual Exercise 13.9 - Lead in Drinking Water - Page 580: a

Answer

Sample with 20. ppb has the higher lead concentration.

Work Step by Step

20. ppb= $\frac{20\,\mu g}{kg}=\frac{20.\times10^{-6}g}{kg}$ 0.0030 ppm= $\frac{0.0030\,mg}{kg}=\frac{0.0030\times10^{-3}g}{kg}=\frac{30.\times10^{-7}g}{kg}$ Sample with 20. ppb has the higher lead concentration.
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