For the given hypothetical reactions, the equilibrium constants are as follows : X Y; K1 = 1.0 Y Z; K2 = 2.0 Z W; K3 = 4.0 The equilibrium constant for the reaction X W is
- 12.0
- 8.0
- 6.0
- 7.0
Answer
(2) 8.0
Solution
The required reaction is the sum of the three given ones:
(X Y) + (Y Z) + (Z W) gives X W
When reactions are added, their equilibrium constants are multiplied:
K = K1 K2 K3 = 1.0 2.0 4.0 = 8.0
Answer: (2)