The Following Reaction Is Exothermic

question 49

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is exothermic. Which change will shift the equilibrium to the left? 2SO₂(g) + O₂(g) ⇌ 2SO₃(g)

• A)raising the temperature
• B)adding a solid
• C)adding argon
• D)all of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Aerobic Respiration

A process that requires large amounts of oxygen and uses glucose to make ATP.

Glucose

A simple sugar that is an important energy source for cells and the main sugar found in the blood, used by the body for energy and metabolic processes.

Pyruvic Acid

A three-carbon compound that plays a key role in energy production processes in living cells, particularly glycolysis.

Pyruvic Acid

A colorless liquid with a sour taste; a key intermediate in several metabolic pathways, including glycolysis.