Solving Delta G from a Solubility constant

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To calculate ΔG(rxn) for the solubility of AgI at 25 degrees Celsius with given ion concentrations, the solubility constant (K) is used in the equation ΔG = ΔGº + RTln(Q). The standard Gibbs free energy change (ΔGº) is derived from the solubility constant, where ΔGº = -RTln(K). The reaction quotient (Q) is calculated as Q = [Ag+][I-]. In this case, with [Ag+] = 9.1*10^-9 and [I-] = 9.1*10^-9, Q becomes 8.27*10^-17. The correct approach to find K involves squaring the concentration values since K for the dissociation of AgI is K = 1/([Ag+][I-]) = 1/((9.1*10^-9)^2). This results in K = 1/(8.
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The Solubility Constant for AgI(s) at 25 degrees Celsius is 8.3*10^-17
how do i find \DeltaG(rxn) for [Ag+]=9.1*10^-9 & [I-]=9.1*10^-9

Using the equation:
ΔG=ΔGº+RTln(Q)

Let K=Our solubility constant:
0=ΔGº+RTlnK
ΔGº=-RTlnK
Now,
ΔG=-RTlnK+RTlnQ
ΔG=RTlnQ-RTlnK
ΔG=RT(ln(Q/K))

ΔG=-5.67KJ/mol

The answer in my practice exam claims to be 91.7kJ/mol.

Where did I go wrong?

Thanks!
 
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hey, I just did the work, I got 91.73 kj/mol. I don't know why but I think u have to square the K value, try it.
 
What did you plug in for Q and K?
T=25+273
R=8.31
K = Q/K = 1/([Ag]) = 1/((9.1*10^-9)^2) = 1/(9.1*10^-18)
 
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