A buffer solution contains H₂CO₃ and HCO₃ ^- , resulting in the equilibrium shown by the reaction below. According to this reaction and LeChatelier's principle, what happens when acid (H₃O⁺) is added to this buffer solution? A) More HCO₃ ^- is formed. B) More H₃O⁺is formed. C) More H₂CO₃ is formed D) Less H₂O is formed. E) The reaction shifts to the right.

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The Answer of A buffer solution contains H₂CO₃ and HCO₃ ^- , resulting in the equilibrium shown by the reaction below. According to this reaction and LeChatelier's principle, what happens when acid (H₃O⁺) is added to this buffer solution? A) More HCO₃ ^- is formed. B) More H₃O⁺is formed. C) More H₂CO₃ is formed D) Less H₂O is formed. E) The reaction shifts to the right.

A Buffer Solution Contains H2CO3 and HCO3 - , Resulting

A Buffer Solution Contains H₂CO₃ and HCO₃ ^- , Resulting