Which of the Following Reactions Will Not Shift Toward the Reactants

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reactions will not shift toward the reactants products when the pressure of the system is altered by changing the volume?

• A)2CO₂(g) 2 CO(g)  O₂(g)
• B)CaCO₃(s) CaO(s)  CO₂(g)
• C)N₂(g)  3H₂(g) 2NH₃(g)
• D)H₂(g)  I₂(g) 2HI(g)
• E)2SO₂(g)  O₂(g) 2SO₃(g)

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Definitions:

Lewis Theory

A theory in chemistry that explains chemical bonding by electron pair sharing and transfer between atoms, aiming for a stable octet arrangement.

Noble Gas

Any of the inert gas elements located in the rightmost column of the periodic table, characterized by their lack of chemical reactivity.

Valence Shells

The outermost shell of an atom that contains the electrons involved in forming bonds.

Noble Gas Elements

Elements in group 18 of the periodic table, known for their lack of reactivity due to having full valence electron shells.