The value of equilibrium constant for the reaction represented by the equation, Pb2+(aq)+2Cl−(aq)⇌PbCl2(s) is _____.
A
less than 1
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B
greater than 1
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C
equal to 1
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D
0
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Solution
The correct option is B greater than 1 K=1/[Pb2+][Cl−]2 is greater than one because PbCl2 is insoluble and formation of the solid will reduce the concentration of ions to a low level