The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium at a Pressure of 1

question 23

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium at a pressure of 1 atm, in a closed container. NaOH(s) + CO₂(g) NaHCO₃(s) ΔH°_rxn < 0
Which, if any, of the following actions will decrease the concentration of CO₂ gas present at equilibrium?

• A) adding N₂ gas to double the pressure
• B) adding more solid NaOH
• C) increasing the volume of the container
• D) lowering the temperature
• E) None of these choices are correct.

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