The reaction 2 O3 (g) → 3 O2 (g)  (∆H° = -300kJ) is in equilibrium at 25°C. Which of the following statements is correct regarding this reaction if the temperature is increased to 50°C? (Choose one of the options) a. The reaction system will shift to the right to re-establish the equilibrium. b. The equilibrium constant of this reaction will INCREASE. Options: 1.) a only 2.) b only 3.) both a and b are correct. 4.) neither a nor b is correct.

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The reaction 2 O3 (g) → 3 O2 (g)  (∆H° = -300kJ) is in equilibrium at 25°C. Which of the following statements is correct regarding this reaction if the temperature is increased to 50°C? (Choose one of the options)

a. The reaction system will shift to the right to re-establish the equilibrium.

b. The equilibrium constant of this reaction will INCREASE.

Options:

1.) a only

2.) b only

3.) both a and b are correct.

4.) neither a nor b is correct.

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