Solved

Lead Pipes Were Used at One Time for Delivering Drinking

Question 86

Multiple Choice

Lead pipes were used at one time for delivering drinking water. What is the maximum possible concentration of lead in this water if it comes from lead(II) hydroxide (Ksp = 2.8 *10-16) dissolving from the surface of the pipes? Note the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's limit on lead in drinking water is 7.2*10-8 M.


A) 4.1 * 10-6 M
B) 1.6 *10-8 M
C) 6.5 *10-6 M
D) 5.1*10-6 M
E) 8.3 F*10-9 M

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions