Mg(OH)2(s) ⇄ Mg2+(aq) + 2 OH−(aq) The exothermic dissolution of Mg(OH)2(s) in water is represented b — Equilibrium Chemistry Question
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Mg(OH)2(s) ⇄ Mg2+(aq) + 2 OH−(aq)
The exothermic dissolution of Mg(OH)2(s) in water is represented by the equation above. The Ksp of Mg(OH)2 is 1.8 × 10^−11. Which of the following changes will increase the solubility of Mg(OH)2 in an aqueous solution?
A.✓ Correct
Decreasing the pH
B.
Increasing the pH
C.
Adding NH3 to the solution
D.
Adding Mg(NO3)2 to the solution
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