Equilibrium Shift of NH3 + H2O with HCl Added

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Adding HCl to the NH3 + H2O equilibrium shifts the reaction to the left, according to Le Chatelier's principle. This occurs as HCl donates protons (H+) that bond with OH- ions, forming water. Consequently, the concentration of NH4+ increases while the concentration of OH- decreases, leading to a decrease in pH. The system responds to the added HCl by favoring the formation of reactants. Overall, the addition of HCl results in a more acidic solution.
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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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Are you familiar with Le Chatelier's principle? What happens to the pH as the reaction proceeds? What happens when you add HCL?
 
shift to left, would it not?, the h would bond to the oh and create H2O
 
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