Qualitatively, what happens to the hydronium ion concentration if you increase the hydroxide ion concentration? A)The concentration of hydroxide decreases to neutralize the excess hydronium. B)The concentration of H₃O⁺ stays the same but the ratio changes. C)The concentration of H₃O⁺ increases but the ratio stays the same. D)The concentration of H₃O⁺ increases to neutralize the excess hydroxide. E)none of the above

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Increasing the hydroxide ion concentration will decrease the hydronium ion concentration because they react to form water, maintaining the equilibrium constant for water (Kw).

Qualitatively, What Happens to the Hydronium Ion Concentration If You