The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium at a Pressure of 1

question 64

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium at a pressure of 1 atm, in a closed container. NaOH(s) + CO₂(g) ⇄ NaHCO₃(s) ΔH°_rxn < 0
Which, if any, of the following actions will decrease the concentration of CO₂ gas present at equilibrium?

• A)Adding N ₂ gas to double the pressure
• B)Adding more solid NaOH
• C)Increasing the volume of the container
• D)Lowering the temperature
• E)None of these choices are correct.