Find Ksp of KHT: Determine [K+] and [HT-]

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The discussion focuses on determining the solubility product constant (Ksp) for potassium hydrogen tartrate (KHT) in a solution where 0.950 g of KHT is dissolved in 25.00 mL of water. The equilibrium reaction is represented as KHT(s) ⇔ K+(aq) + HT-(aq), with Ksp defined as Ksp = [K+][HT-]. The key conclusion is that calculating Ksp does not require an ICE table; instead, the molar mass of KHT can be used directly to find the concentrations of K+ and HT- ions, which can then be multiplied to yield the Ksp value.

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Homework Statement


Determine [K+] and [HT-] in this solution. If the temperature is Tp, a trace of solid is present and reaction is at equilibrium. Determine Ksp at this temperature.
There is 0.950 g of KHT dissolved in 25.00 mL of solution.


Homework Equations


KHT(s) ⇔ K+(aq) + HT-(aq)
Ksp = [K+][HT-]


The Attempt at a Solution


I originally thought to set up an ICE table to find the concentrations of K+ and HT- at equilibrium. With the concentrations, I figured I could then multiply them to get my Ksp value. I realized, however, I do not have a Kc value to use to solve for x. Is there any other way to find Ksp that I'm just missing?
 
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No need for ICE table, all you need to calculate concentrations is a molar mass of KHT.
 

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