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Let the solubility of an aqueous solution of Mg(OH)2 is x then its Ksp is __________.

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4x3
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108x5
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27x4
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9x
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Solution

The correct option is A 4x3
The solubility of Mg(OH)2 is x.

The dissociation equilibrium is as given below.
Mg(OH)2xMg2+x+2OH2x.

The expression for the solubility product is Ksp=[Mg2+][OH]2

Substitute values in the above expression.

Ksp=x(2x)2=4x3.

Option A is correct.

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