Ksp

Definition

Ksp stands for Solubility Product Constant. It represents how much an ionic compound can dissolve in water before it reaches saturation and starts forming precipitates.

Related terms

Saturation:

The state or process that occurs when no more of something can be absorbed, combined with, or added.

Ionic Compound: A compound composed of positive and negative ions that are combined so that the numbers of positive and negative charges are equal.

Precipitation Reaction:

A reaction in which an insoluble substance forms and separates from the solution.