The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium at One Atmosphere,in a Closed

question 75

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium at one atmosphere,in a closed container.
NaOH(s) + CO₂(g)
NaHCO₃(s)
Which,if any,of the following actions will decrease the total amount of CO₂ gas present at equilibrium?

• A)adding N₂ gas to double the pressure
• B)adding more solid NaOH
• C)decreasing the volume of the container
• D)removing half of the solid NaHCO₃
• E)None of these choices is correct.

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