The Equilibrium Constant for the Formation of Hydrogen Iodide from Hydrogen

question 65

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant for the formation of hydrogen iodide from hydrogen and iodine is 45.0 at a certain temperature.
H₂(g) + I₂(s) $\leftrightarrows$ 2 HI(g)
Which of the following is true regarding this equilibrium?
I.The reaction is product-favored.
II.The reaction is reactant-favored.
III.Equilibrium lies to the right.
IV.Equilibrium lies to the left.

• A) I and III
• B) I and IV
• C) II and III
• D) II and IV
• E) None are true, as the concentrations of reactants and products are essentially the same.

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