If solutions of NH4Cl (aq) and NH3 (aq) are mixed, which ions in the resulting solution are spectator ions in any acid–base chemistry occurring in the solution? What equilibrium reaction determines [OH-] and, therefore, the pH of the solution?

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If solutions of NH4Cl (aq) and NH3 (aq) are mixed, which ions in the resulting solution are spectator ions in any acid–base chemistry occurring in the solution? What equilibrium reaction determines [OH-] and, therefore, the pH of the solution?

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