The Following Reaction Is at Equilibrium in a Closed Container

question 16

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is at equilibrium in a closed container.
CuSO₄.5H₂O(s)
CuSO₄(s) + 5H₂O(g)
Which,if any,of the following actions will lead to an increase in the pressure of H₂O present at equilibrium?

• A)increasing the volume of the container
• B)decreasing the volume of the container
• C)adding a catalyst
• D)removing some solid CuSO₄
• E)None of these choices is correct.

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