Consider the Following Reaction at Equilibrium

question 96

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction at equilibrium.What will happen if O₂ is added to the reaction? 4 FeS₂(s) + 11 O₂(g) ⇌ 2 Fe₂O₃(s) + 8 SO₂(g)

• A) The equilibrium constant will increase.
• B) The equilibrium will change in the direction of the reactants.
• C) The equilibrium will change in the direction of the products.
• D) No change in equilibrium is observed.
• E) The equilibrium constant will decrease.

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