Chapter 12, Problem 30E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The partial pressure values of ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}$, ${\text{H}}_2$ and ${\text{NH}}_3$ at a particular temperature are given. The value of the equilibrium constant $\left(K_{\text{p}}\right)$ for the given reaction is to be calculated. A comment on the equilibrium state for the reaction with the reactants having the given partial pressure values is to be determined.

Concept introduction: The state when the reactants involved in a chemical reaction and the products formed in the reaction exist in concentrations having no further tendency to change is known as an equilibrium state of the reaction. When the equilibrium constant is expressed in terms of pressure, it is represented $K_{\text{p}}$.

To determine: The equilibrium constant $\left(K_{\text{p}}\right)$ for the given reaction.