The Reaction Quotient, Q, for a System Is $1.6 \times 10 ^ { - 4 }$

question 44

Multiple Choice

The reaction quotient, Q, for a system is $1.6 \times 10 ^ { - 4 }$ . If the equilibrium constant for the system at some temperature is $8.5 \times 10 ^ { 3 }$ , what will happen as the reaction mixture returns to equilibrium?

• A) The equilibrium constant will increase until it equals the reaction quotient.
• B) There will be a net loss in both product(s) and reactant(s).
• C) There will be a net loss in product(s).
• D) There will be a net loss in reactant(s).
• E) The equilibrium constant will increase.

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