Hydroxyapatite, which is a component of tooth enamel, is very insoluble in water. For the following reaction, Ksp = 2.3 10-59.
What is the molar concentration of Ca5(PO4) 3+ when the pH of the mouth is 4.0?
A) 2.3 10-49 M
B) 2.3 10-59 M
C) 2.3 10--55 M
D) 2.3 10-63 M
E) 0, teeth don't dissolve!
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