For the Following Gas-Liquid Equilibrium for an Aqueous System at a Constant

question 14

Multiple Choice

For the following gas-liquid equilibrium for an aqueous system at a constant partial pressure of O₂,
O₂(g) $\leftrightarrows$ O₂(aq)
What is the effect on the equilibrium composition of the liquid when the $\underline{\text{ temperature }}$ of the liquid is decreased?

• A) The amount of O₂ dissolved in the liquid decreases.
• B) The amount of O₂ dissolved in the liquid increases.
• C) The amount of O₂ dissolved in the liquid does not change.
• D) Not enough information is provided to answer the question.
• E) Either A or B could occur.

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