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For the generic equilibrium
- The equilibrium constant for this reaction changes as the pH changes.
- If you add the soluble salt KA to a solution of HA that is at equilibrium, the concentration of HA would decrease.
- If you add the soluble salt KA to a solution of HA that is at equilibrium, the concentration of A - would decrease.
- If you add the soluble salt KA to a solution of HA that is at equilibrium, the pH would increase.
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