Solid calcium carbonate is in equilibrium as described below: Ca2+(aq) + 2HCO3 – (aq) ⇌ CaCO3(s) + C — Equilibrium Chemistry Question
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Solid calcium carbonate is in equilibrium as described below:
Ca2+(aq) + 2HCO3 – (aq) ⇌ CaCO3(s) + CO2(g) + H2O(l)
If CO2(g) is added to this system in a rigid container, which changes will take place?
I. Additional CaCO3(s) will precipitate.
II. The pH will increase.
A.
I only
B.
II only
C.
Both I and II
D.✓ Correct
Neither I nor II
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