Consider the Following Reaction at Equilibrium

question 87

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction at equilibrium.What effect will adding 1 mole of Ar to the reaction mixture have on the system?
2 H₂S(g) + 3 O₂(g) ⇌ 2 H₂O(g) + 2 SO₂(g)

• A) The reaction will shift to the right in the direction of products.
• B) No effect will be observed.
• C) The reaction will shift to the left in the direction of reactants.
• D) The equilibrium constant will decrease.
• E) The equilibrium constant will increase.

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