Question

Write the dissolution reaction for manganese(II) chloride in water. Use the pull-down menus to specify the state of each reactant and product. + Is manganese(II) chloride considered soluble or not soluble ? ... ... A. Soluble ... B. Not soluble Based upon this, the equilibrium constant for this reaction will be: ... ... A. Greater than 1 ... B. Less than 1

Answer 1

See explanation for detailed answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

MnCl2(s) + 6H2O <------------> [Mn(H2O)6]2+(aq) + 2Cl- (aq)

MnCl2 is soluble in water hence the equilibrium constant for the reaction will be greater than one.

It dissolves in water to form the complex stated above thereby tilting the pH of the solution towards the slightly acidic end.