If a base is added to pure water, why does [H3O+] decrease?

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If a base is added to pure water, why does [H3O+] decrease?

2007-12-01 08:35:53 · 2 answers · asked by Che L 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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There is a constant relationship between [H3O+] and [OH-] in aqueous solutions. It is called the ion product of water, Kw. If the concentration of one of them goes up, the other has to go down.

2007-12-01 08:50:25 · answer #1 · answered by hcbiochem 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The -OH of the base will take up H+, making more H20 and less H30+

2007-12-01 16:45:56 · answer #2 · answered by Brian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋