Living By Chemistry: First Edition Textbook
Living By Chemistry: First Edition Textbook
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ISBN: 9781559539418
Author: Angelica Stacy
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Chapter U6.5, Problem 1TAI
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The reason for calling ‘ K’ as constant needs to be explained.

Concept introduction: The equilibrium constant equation for a reaction is written by using the concentration of reactants and products in equilibrium. Only the concentrations of gaseous reactants are considered in the equilibrium constant equation.

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Answer to Problem 1TAI

Value of K tells whether product or reactant is favored is in the reaction.

Explanation of Solution

The equilibrium constant K is a measure of whether starting substances or products are favored in an equilibrium mixture. A large value of K indicates a large amount of product in the equilibrium mixture. A small value of K indicates very little product in the equilibrium mixture. As K indicates whether reactant or product is favored in a reaction, therefore it is called as constant.

Conclusion

The K value is very useful to determine equilibrium favors product or reactant.

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