Consider the Following Reaction at Equilibrium

question 45

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction at equilibrium.What effect will reducing the pressure of the reaction mixture have on the system? Xe(g) + 2 F₂(g) ⇌ XeF₄(g)

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

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