(a)
Interpretation:
The reaction quotient for the given reaction has to be calculated.
Concept Introduction:
Consider a gaseous reaction of the form as given below.
The expression of the reaction quotient can be written as given below.
Where,
(b)
Interpretation:
The reaction is at equilibrium or not has to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Direction of a reaction:
- If Q < K, the reaction has tendency to proceed toward products.
- If Q = K, the reaction has achieved the equilibrium position.
- If Q > K, the reaction has tendency to proceed toward reactants.
Where, Q is reaction quotient.
(c)
Interpretation:
The reaction will have a tendency to form more reactants or more products has to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (b).
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