What Is the Equilibrium Constant for the Reaction a ⇌

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the equilibrium constant for the reaction A ⇌ 2B if the equilibrium concentrations are [A] = 4.27  10^-2 M, [B] = 1.41  10^-2 M?

• A) 4.66  10^-4
• B) 7.32  10^-3
• C) 4.66  10^-3
• D) 2.86  10^-1
• E) 4.66

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Definitions:

Hemolysis

The breakdown or destruction of red blood cells, leading to the release of hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid.

Type B Blood

A blood type characterized by the presence of B antigens on the red blood cells and anti-A antibodies in the plasma.

Antigen A

A specific molecular structure that the immune system can identify and respond to, often associated with pathogens.

Anti-A Antibodies

Proteins in the blood that specifically target and bind to antigens with the A blood group, leading to blood cell agglutination.