The Equilibrium Constant for the Gas Phase Reaction 2SO₂ (G)

question 79

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant for the gas phase reaction 2SO₂ (g) + O₂ (g) 2SO₃ (g)
Is K_eq = 2.80 × 10² at 999 K. At equilibrium, __________.

• A)products predominate
• B)reactants predominate
• C)roughly equal amounts of products and reactants are present
• D)only products are present
• E)only reactants are present

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