Question

For the equation given below:
2SO2() + O2(g) 2 SO3(g); AH = -42 kcal
Predict the effect of the following on the equilibrium :
(a) increase in temperature
(b) decrease in pressure
(c) removal of SO3
(d) effect of catalyst.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

A- backward (bcz increase in temperature on exothermic reaction causes the reaction to proceed in backward direction)

B- backward direction

C- forward direction

D- In the presence of a catalyst, both the forward and reverse reaction rates will speed up equally, thereby allowing the system to reach equilibrium faster.