The Equilibrium Constant of a Reaction

question 7

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant of a reaction:

• A) is not related to the change in free energy of the reaction.
• B) is the same as the mass action ratio when the reaction is displaced from equilibrium.
• C) can change if the concentration of reactants and products are changed.
• D) is related to the change in free energy of the reaction.
• E) cannot be used to determine whether a reaction will proceed in the direction as written under non-standard conditions.

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