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Consider the solubility of Cu(OH)2.

Cu(OH)2 (s) ⇄ Cu2+ (aq) + 2 OH− (aq)

Determine the solubility of Cu(OH)2 in 1.0 M NaOH (aq). The Ksp of Cu(OH)2 is 4.8 x 10^-20.

A. 3.6 x 10^-7 M

B. About 4.8 x 10^-20 M(only about 1,000 molecules per liter)

C. About 10^-15 M

D. About 10^-12 M