The Reaction System POCl₃(g)

question 50

Multiple Choice

The reaction system
POCl₃(g)
POCl(g) + Cl₂(g)
Is at equilibrium.Which of the following statements describes the behavior of the system if POCl is added to the container?

• A)The forward reaction will proceed to establish equilibrium.
• B)The reverse reaction will proceed to establish equilibrium.
• C)The partial pressures of POCl₃ and POCl will remain steady while the partial pressure of chlorine increases.
• D)The partial pressure of chlorine remains steady while the partial pressures of POCl₃ and POCl increase.
• E)The partial pressure of chlorine will increase while the partial pressure of POCl decreases.

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Interquartile Range

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