The Equilibrium Constant,K_p,equals 3

question 108

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant,K_p,equals 3.40 at 25°C for the isomerization reaction: cis-2-butene ⇌ trans-2-butene.
If a flask initially contains 3.00 atm of each gas,in what direction will the system shift to reach equilibrium?

• A)It will shift left.
• B)It will shift right.
• C)The system is already at equilibrium.
• D)The system is not at equilibrium and will remain in an unequilibrated state.

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