Equilibrium Shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl Added

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Start date Jan 7, 2007
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In summary, when HCl is added to the equilibrium of NH3 + H2O, it causes the equilibrium to shift to the left, resulting in a decrease in the concentration of NH3 and an increase in the concentration of H2O. The concentration of HCl directly affects this shift, with higher concentrations causing a greater shift to the left. Temperature also plays a role, with an increase favoring the formation of more NH3 and H2O and a decrease favoring the formation of more HCl. The equilibrium shift can be predicted with the addition of HCl using Le Chatelier's principle. The presence of a catalyst does not affect the equilibrium shift as it speeds up the forward and reverse reactions equally.

Jan 7, 2007

Karma

NH3 + H2O <--> NH4+ OH-

If i add a few drops of HCl to this solution which way would the equilibrium shift... and what are the changes to the system. Thanks.

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Jan 7, 2007

LeonhardEuler

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Are you familiar with Le Chatelier's principle? What happens to the pH as the reaction proceeds? What happens when you add HCL?

Jan 13, 2007

pf21avs

shift to left, would it not?, the h would bond to the oh and create H2O

1. What is the effect of adding HCl to the equilibrium of NH3 + H2O?

When HCl is added to the equilibrium of NH3 + H2O, the equilibrium shifts to the left, resulting in a decrease in the concentration of NH3 and an increase in the concentration of H2O.

2. How does the concentration of HCl affect the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O?

The concentration of HCl directly affects the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O. Higher concentrations of HCl will result in a greater shift to the left, while lower concentrations will result in a smaller shift.

3. What is the role of temperature in the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl added?

Temperature plays a significant role in the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl added. An increase in temperature will shift the equilibrium to the right, favoring the formation of more NH3 and H2O, while a decrease in temperature will shift the equilibrium to the left, favoring the formation of more HCl.

4. Can the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O be predicted with the addition of HCl?

Yes, the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O can be predicted with the addition of HCl. This can be done by using the Le Chatelier's principle, which states that when a stress is applied to a system at equilibrium, the system will adjust in an attempt to relieve that stress.

5. How does the presence of a catalyst affect the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl added?

The presence of a catalyst does not affect the equilibrium shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl added. A catalyst speeds up the rate of the forward and reverse reactions equally, resulting in no net effect on the equilibrium position.