The Equilibrium Constant, K_p, Equals 3

question 112

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 5.00 bar 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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