Precipitation: Ksp vs Q definitions Flashcards
Precipitation: Ksp vs Q definitions
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KspThe solubility product constant indicating the maximum concentration of solute that can dissolve in a solvent at equilibrium.Reaction QuotientA ratio of the concentrations of products to reactants at a specific point in time, used to predict the direction of a reaction.PrecipitateA solid that forms in a solution when the reaction quotient exceeds the solubility product constant.Solution SaturationThe amount of solute dissolved in a solvent, determining whether a solution is unsaturated, saturated, or supersaturated.Unsaturated SolutionA solution where the reaction quotient is less than the solubility product constant, allowing more solute to dissolve.Saturated SolutionA solution at equilibrium where the reaction quotient equals the solubility product constant, with no net change.Supersaturated SolutionA solution where the reaction quotient is greater than the solubility product constant, leading to precipitate formation.EquilibriumA state where the forward and reverse reactions occur at the same rate, with no net change in concentrations.Ionic SolidA compound composed of ions that can dissociate into its constituent ions in a solvent.Forward DirectionThe direction in which a reaction proceeds to form more products, often when the reaction quotient is less than the solubility product constant.Reverse DirectionThe direction in which a reaction proceeds to form more reactants, often when the reaction quotient is greater than the solubility product constant.