The following reaction occurs in the Blast Furnace where iron ore is reduced to iron metal :
Fe2O3(s)+3CO(g)⇌2Fe(l)+3CO2(g)
Using Le Chatelier's principle, predict which one of the following will not disturb the equilibrium?
A
Removal of CO2
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B
Removal of CO
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C
Addition of CO2
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D
Addition of Fe2O3
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Solution
The correct option is B Addition of Fe2O3 Addition of Fe2O3 will not disturb the equilibrium. Fe2O3 is in soli state and its concentration remains unchanged when more Fe2O3 is added.