The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium at One Atmosphere, in a Closed

question 71

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium at one atmosphere, in a closed container. NaOH(s) + CO₂(g) NaHCO₃(s)
Which, if any, of the following actions will decrease the total amount of CO₂ gas present at equilibrium?

• A) adding N₂ gas to double the pressure
• B) adding more solid NaOH
• C) decreasing the volume of the container
• D) removing half of the solid NaHCO₃
• E) None of these choices are correct.

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