wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

The equilibrium SO2Cl2(g)SO2(g)+Cl2(g) is attained at 25C in a closed rigid container when an inert gas, helium is introduced. Which of the following statement is/are correct :

A
concentrations of SO2,Cl2 and SO2Cl2 do not change
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
more chlorine is formed
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
concentration of SO2 is reduced
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
more SO2Cl2 is formed
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A concentrations of SO2,Cl2 and SO2Cl2 do not change
A closed rigid container is present, so the volume during the reaction remains constant. Now, the reaction constant for concentration involves the moles of the reactant and product sides and the total volume of the container. Inert gases do not take part in the reaction, so the moles remain constant and also the volume is constant. Hence, the reaction constant does change and is same as the equilibrium constant during equilibrium when an inert gas is introduced.
So, the equilibrium concentrations of SO2, Cl2 and SO2Cl2 do not change on addition of inert gas.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Le Chateliers Principle
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon