How Do You Calculate the Solubility Product for Copper(I) Sulfide?

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The solubility product constant (Ksp) for copper(I) sulfide (Cu2S) is calculated using its solubility of 8.5 × 10^-17 M. The dissociation of Cu2S into 2Cu^+ and S^2- leads to the equilibrium expression Ksp = [Cu^+]^2[S^2-]. Substituting the solubility into the equation gives Ksp = (2 * 8.5 × 10^-17)^2 * (8.5 × 10^-17), resulting in Ksp = 2.5 × 10^-48. The calculation appears to be correct and is confirmed by the participants in the discussion.
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Homework Statement



What is the solubility product for copper(I) sulfide, Cu2S, given that the solubility of Cu2S is 8.5 × 10-17 M?

Homework Equations



Cu_{2}S \leftrightarrow 2Cu^{+} + S^{2-}

The Attempt at a Solution



Set up the equilibrium constant expression:
K_{sp} = [Cu^{+}]^{2}[S^{2-}]

Replaced values:
K_{sp} = (2*8.5 × 10^{-17})^{2}(8.5 × 10^{-17})
K_{sp} = 2.5 * 10^{-48}

A double-check on this would be wonderful please.
 
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