Chapter 14, Problem 81E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A chemical equation representing a reaction at equilibrium and the corresponding value of $K_{\text{c}}$ is given. The dependence of direction of the equilibrium reaction over the volume of the vessel for the equal number of moles of reactants and products is to be stated.

Concept introduction: According to Le Chatelier’s principle an equilibrium reaction will try to shift in that direction where the effect of induced change is decreased.

To determine: The dependence of direction of the equilibrium reaction over the volume of the vessel when the moles of reactants are equal to the moles of the products.