The following reaction is in equilibrium in lake water: HCO3(aq) + H+ (aq) = H₂CO3(aq) Predict the change in the reaction quotient, Q, for each disturbance below and use that prediction to explain how the equilibrium is shifted by the stress. (a) NaHCO3 is added to the lake. (b) H₂CO3 is added. (c) NaOH is added.

The following reaction is in equilibrium in lake water: HCO3(aq) + H+ (aq) = H₂CO3(aq) Predict the change in the reaction quotient, Q, for each disturbance below and use that prediction to explain how the equilibrium is shifted by the stress. (a) NaHCO3 is added to the lake. (b) H₂CO3 is added. (c) NaOH is added.

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