Consider the Following Equilibrium

question 88

Multiple Choice

Consider the following equilibrium:
NH₄Cl(s)
NH₃(g) + HCl(g)
Suppose a vessel containing NH₄Cl(s) ,NH₃(g) and HCl(g) is at equilibrium.If the volume of the vessel is instantaneously doubled while keeping the temperature constant,when a new equilibrium is reached,which of the following statements is incorrect?

• A)The value of K_p remains unchanged.
• B)The number of moles of NH₄Cl decreases.
• C)The total pressure is halved.
• D)The partial pressures of NH₃ and HCl in the vessel remain unchanged.
• E)The amount of NH₃ and HCl doubles.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a product offered is equal to the quantity of the product demanded, leading to a stable market condition.

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied and demanded at the point where the supply and demand curves intersect.

Supply Decreases

A situation where the quantity of a good or service that producers are willing and able to offer for sale at a given price is reduced.

Substitute Good

A product or service that can be used in place of another to satisfy consumer demand, offering an alternative choice.