Chapter 12, Problem 119QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the given process is exothermic or endothermic is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

In an endothermic reaction, with an increase in the temperature, the equilibrium shifts to the right side because an endothermic reaction includes the process of absorbing heat. So, if temperature of the reaction is increased, then the equilibrium in the forward direction.

In the case of an exothermic reaction, the heat is released. So, an increase in the temperature causes more production of reactants, hence, the equilibrium shifts to left.