Consider the following balanced equation for the precipitation reaction that occurs in aqueous solution.
Pb(NO3)2(aq)+2KI(aq)→PbI2(s)+2KNO3(aq)
Answer the following questions if 0.50 L of 0.40 M Pb(NO3)2 is mixed with 0.50 L of 0.40 M KI:
How many moles of PbI2 can form based upon complete reaction of Pb(NO3)2 and KI ?
What mass of the precipitate (the solid product) should be expected to form in this reaction? (What is the theoretical yield of PbI2?)