What is the effect of adding NaOH(aq)to an aqueous solution of ammonia? 1)The pH of the solution will increase. 2)The concentration of NH₄⁺(aq)will decrease. 3)The concentration of NH₃(aq)will increase. A) 1 only B) 2 only C) 3 only D) 2 and 3 E) 1,2,and 3

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Adding NaOH to an ammonia solution increases the pH as NaOH is a strong base. It also shifts the equilibrium NH3 + H2O ⇌ NH4+ + OH- to the left, decreasing NH4+ concentration and increasing NH3 concentration.

What Is the Effect of Adding NaOH(aq)to an Aqueous Solution