Consider the Following Reaction and Its Equilibrium Constant: 4CuO(s)

question 99

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction and its equilibrium constant: 4CuO(s) + CH₄(g) ⇌ CO₂(g) + 4Cu(s) + 2H₂O(g) K_c = 1.10
A reaction mixture contains 0.22 mol L^-1 CH₄, 0.67 mol L^-1 CO₂ and 1.3 mol L^-1 H₂O. Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning this system?

• A) The reaction will shift in the direction of products.
• B) The equilibrium constant will increase.
• C) The reaction quotient will increase.
• D) The reaction will shift in the direction of reactants.
• E) The system is at equilibrium.

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