The following reaction is in equilibrium in lake water: Predict the change in the reaction quotient, Q,

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The following reaction is in equilibrium in lake water:

HCO3(aq) + H+ (aq)  HCO3(aq)


Predict the change in the reaction quotient, Q, for each disturbance below and use that prediction to explain how the equilibrium is shifted by the stress.

(a) NaHCO3 is added to the lake.

(b) H2CO3 is added.

(c) NaOH is added.

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Chemistry For Engineering Students

ISBN: 9780357026991

4th Edition

Authors: Lawrence S. Brown, Tom Holme

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