The Equilibrium Constant, K C , for the Reaction Below

question 118

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant, K c , for the reaction below is 1.2*10⁴⁵ at 25 C. CO (g) + 1 / 2 O₂(g) CO₂ (g) What can be stated about the relative equilibrium composition for this mixture?

• A) The mixture contains predominantly CO.
• B) The mixture contains predominantly O₂.
• C) The mixture contains predominantly CO₂.
• D) The mixture contains predominantly CO and O₂.
• E) The mixture contains relatively equal amounts of CO, O₂ and CO₂.

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