Equilibrium Constant and Standard Free Energy Change
The reaction,...
Question
The reaction, SO2(g)+Cl2(g)⇌SO2Cl2(l) is exothermic and reversible. To the above reaction, at equilibrium, a certain quantity of extra SO2 is introduced keeping the volume constant. Which of the following are true?
A
The pressure inside the container increases
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B
The temperature will decrease
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C
The pressure inside the container decreases
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D
The temperature will remain same
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Solution
The correct option is A The pressure inside the container increases The equilibrium shifts in the forward direction according to Le-Chatelier's principle. The forward reaction being exothermic, temperature increases. Pressure increases due to extra SO2.