NEETChemistryIonic Equilibrium
What is the common ion effect a result of?
Options
- AAddition of a different ion
- BRemoval of an ion
- CAddition of an ionic species already present in the equilibrium
- DA change in temperature
Correct answer
C. Addition of an ionic species already present in the equilibrium
Step-by-step solution
The common ion effect occurs as a result of adding an ionic species that is already present in the dissociation equilibrium, causing the equilibrium to shift in the direction of reduced ionization or dissociation.