Which of the Following Is True for a System Whose

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true for a system whose equilibrium constant is relatively small?

• A)It will take a short time to reach equilibrium.
• B)It will take a long time to reach equilibrium.
• C)The equilibrium lies to the left.
• D)The equilibrium lies to the right.
• E)Two of these.

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Definitions:

Potassium

A chemical element (K) and a key electrolyte in the body, crucial for nerve function, muscle contraction, and maintaining fluid balance.

Action Potential

A sudden, temporary reversal of the electrical charge across a cell membrane, which travels along neurons to transmit signals.

Sodium

A chemical element with the symbol Na, essential for many bodily functions, including the regulation of blood pressure and fluid balance.

Potassium

A chemical element with symbol K, essential for various cellular processes including the regulation of heartbeat and muscle function.