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**Question 16 on Equilibrium in Endothermic Reactions:**

For the following endothermic reaction at equilibrium:
\[ 2\text{SO}_3(g) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{SO}_2(g) + \text{O}_2(g) \]

Which of the following will increase the value of the equilibrium constant \( K \)?

**Options:**
- A) Removing \(\text{SO}_3(g)\) (at constant temperature)
- B) Adding \(\text{SO}_2(g)\) (at constant temperature)
- C) Adding a catalyst (at constant temperature)
- D) Increasing the temperature

**Correct Answer:**
- D) Increasing the temperature

**Explanation:**
In endothermic reactions, increasing the temperature shifts the equilibrium position to the right, favoring the formation of products, and increases the value of the equilibrium constant \( K \).
Transcribed Image Text:**Question 16 on Equilibrium in Endothermic Reactions:** For the following endothermic reaction at equilibrium: \[ 2\text{SO}_3(g) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{SO}_2(g) + \text{O}_2(g) \] Which of the following will increase the value of the equilibrium constant \( K \)? **Options:** - A) Removing \(\text{SO}_3(g)\) (at constant temperature) - B) Adding \(\text{SO}_2(g)\) (at constant temperature) - C) Adding a catalyst (at constant temperature) - D) Increasing the temperature **Correct Answer:** - D) Increasing the temperature **Explanation:** In endothermic reactions, increasing the temperature shifts the equilibrium position to the right, favoring the formation of products, and increases the value of the equilibrium constant \( K \).
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