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9 June, 15:59

In the following reaction, H3PO4 (aq) + H2O (l) ⇄ H2PO4 - (aq) + H3O + (aq) what happens when more H2PO4 - (aq) is added to the solution?

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  1. 9 June, 16:24
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    The concentration of H₃PO₄ will increase.

    Explanation:

    H₃PO₄ (aq) + H₂O (l) ⇄ H₂PO₄⁻ (aq) + H₃O⁺ (aq)

    According to Le Châtelier's Principle, when we apply a stress to a system at equilibrium, the system will respond in a way that tends to relieve the stress.

    If we add more H₂PO₄⁻, the position of equilibrium will move to the left to get rid of the added H₂PO₄⁻.

    The concentration of H₃PO₄ will increase.
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