The Reaction System CS₂(g) + 4H₂(g) CH₄(g) + 2H₂S(g)

question 18

Multiple Choice

The reaction system CS₂(g) + 4H₂(g) CH₄(g) + 2H₂S(g)
Is at equilibrium. Which of the following statements describes the behavior of the system if the partial pressure of hydrogen is doubled?

• A) As equilibrium is reestablished, the partial pressure of carbon disulfide increases.
• B) As equilibrium is reestablished, the partial pressure of methane, CH₄, decreases.
• C) As equilibrium is reestablished, the partial pressure of hydrogen decreases.
• D) As equilibrium is reestablished, the partial pressure of hydrogen sulfide decreases.
• E) As equilibrium is reestablished, all the partial pressures will decrease.

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