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

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Decreasing the hydronium ion concentration shifts the equilibrium of water dissociation to produce more hydroxide ions, thus increasing their concentration.

Qualitatively, What Happens to the Hydroxide Ion Concentration If You