For the reaction 2A B + C, Kc = 4 10-3. At a given time, the composition of reaction mixture is: [A] = [B] = [C] = 2 10-3 M. Then, which of the following is correct?
- Reaction is at equilibrium.
- Reaction has a tendency to go in forward direction.
- Reaction has a tendency to go in backward direction.
- Reaction has gone to completion in forward direction.
Answer
(3) Reaction has a tendency to go in backward direction.
Solution
Qc = [B][C][A]2
= (2 10-3)(2 10-3)(2 10-3)2
= 1
Qc = 1 > Kc = 4 10-3
The reaction has a tendency to go in the backward direction.
Answer: (3)