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The values of Ksp for CuS, Ag2S and HgS are 10-31,   10-42   and   10-54 respectively. The correct order of their solubility in water is

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a

HgS > CuS > Ag2S

b

Ag2S > CuS > HgS

c

HgS > Ag2S > CuS

d

Ag2S > HgS > CuS

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Ag2S > CuS > HgS

Solubility of CuS = 10-31 = 3.16  × 10-16  mol/L

Solubility of  Ag2S

= Ksp43 =  10-4243 = 6.3  ×  10-5  mol/L

Solubility of HgS = Ksp = 10-54

= 10-27   mol/L

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The values of Ksp for CuS, Ag2S and HgS are 10-31,   10-42   and   10-54 respectively. The correct order of their solubility in water is