The Following Reaction Is Exothermic

question 34

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is exothermic. Which change will shift the equilibrium to the left? 2SO₂(g) + O₂(g) ⇌ 2SO₃(g)

• A) lowering the temperature
• B) increasing the pressure
• C) increasing the volume
• D) none of the above

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