Mg (OH)₂ (s) ⇌ Mg²⁺ (aq) + 2OH⁻ (aq)
Adding HCl: Predict the direction in which equilibrium should shift when you add HCl to the system above.
* Note HCl is a source of H3O+, which removes OH- from the system, turning it into water.
Prediction: I believe equilibrium will shift to the right towards the products. I think this is the case because the hydroxide will react with H₃O⁺.
Question:
1a. Briefly explain how your observations do or do not support your prediction above for adding HCl.
