For a reaction involving only gases at 25?C the equilibrium constant can be expressed in terms of molarity Ke or partial pressure Kp. Which is true about the numerical value of Kp ?
Correct answer: D. Kc is equal to Kp if the total moles of reactants and products are equal
- A. Kc is generally greaer than Kp
- B. Kc is generally less than Kp
- C. Kc is generally equal to Kp
- D. Kc is equal to Kp if the total moles of reactants and products are equal
Explanation
The relationship is Kp = Kc(RT)^Δn, where Δn is the difference between gaseous product and reactant coefficients. If the total moles of gaseous reactants and products are equal, Δn = 0, so Kp = Kc. The common mistake is choosing that Kc is generally greater or less than Kp without checking Δn.
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