The solubility of AgCl is decreased by adding which of the following?

The solubility of AgCl is decreased by adding which of the following?

Explanation
  • Adding NaCl increases the concentration of Cl⁻ ions, which shifts the equilibrium of AgClAg++ClAgCl leftrightarrow Ag^+ + Cl^-.
  • This is an example of the common ion effect, which decreases the solubility of a sparingly soluble salt.