What Will Happen If the Temperature Is Decreased After Equilibrium

question 16

Multiple Choice

What will happen if the temperature is decreased after equilibrium has been established in the reaction below?
2 C₂H₆(g) + 7 O₂(g) 4 CO₂(g) + 6 H₂O(g) + 2855 kJ

• A)There will be no change in the system
• B)The concentration of ethane will increase
• C)The partial pressure of oxygen will increase
• D)The number of water molecules will decrease
• E)More carbon dioxide will form

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