Equilibrium constant decreases as the temperature___________________?

Correct answer: A. Increases, for an exothermic reaction

  • A. Increases, for an exothermic reaction
  • B. Decreases, for an exothermic reaction
  • C. Increases, for an endothermic reaction
  • D. None of these

Explanation

For an exothermic reaction, heat behaves like a product, so raising temperature shifts equilibrium toward reactants and lowers the equilibrium constant. This follows directly from the van't Hoff relation.

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