The equilibrium constant for the reaction H2 + I2 ⇌ 2HI is 50. If the volume of the container is reduced to half of its original value, the value of the equilibrium constant will be
Correct answer: B. 50
- A. 25
- B. 50
- C. 75
- D. 100
Explanation
The equilibrium constant is a "constant" for a reason-it only changes if the temperature of the reaction changes. For the reaction H2 + I2 ⇌ 2HI, reducing the volume increases the pressure and the concentration of all species equally. Since there are 2 moles of gas on both sides of the equation, the pressure change doesn't even shift the equilibrium position, and the value of KC remains exactly 50.
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