For the reaction, N2(g) + O2(g) 2NO(g), the equilibrium constant is K1. The equilibrium constant is K2 for the reaction, 2NO(g) + O2(g) 2NO2(g) What is K for the reaction, NO2(g) 12N2(g) + O2(g)
- 12K1K2
- 14K1K2
- [ 1K1K2 ]1/2
- 1K1K2
Answer
(3) [ 1K1K2 ]1/2
Solution
Adding the two reactions:
N2(g) + 2O2(g) 2NO2(g); K = K1K2
Reversing: 2NO2(g) N2(g) + 2O2(g); K' = 1K1K2
Dividing by 2: NO2(g) 12N2(g) + O2(g)
K = [ 1K1K2 ]1/2
Answer: (3)