The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium in a Closed Container

question 34

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium in a closed container. CuSO₄.5H₂O(s) ⇄ CuSO₄(s) + 5H₂O(g)
Which, if any, of the following actions will lead to an increase in the pressure of H₂O present at equilibrium?

• A)Increasing the volume of the container
• B)Decreasing the volume of the container
• C)Adding a catalyst
• D)Removing some solid CuSO ₄
• E)None of these choices are correct.

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