The Equilibrium Constant for the Reaction Below Is 2

question 166

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant for the reaction below is 2.5*10⁹ at a particular temperature.
2 SO₂ (g) + O₂(g) 2 SO₃(g)
What can be stated about the relative equilibrium distribution for this mixture?

• A) The mixture contains predominantly SO₃.
• B) The mixture contains predominantly O₂.
• C) The mixture contains predominantly SO₂.
• D) The mixture contains predominantly SO₂ and O₂.
• E) The mixture contains relatively equal amounts of SO₂, O₂ and SO₃.

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