Chapter 16, Problem 118QRT

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The value of equilibrium costant $K_{\text{P}}$ for the reaction between nitric oxide and chlorine to produce nitrosyl chloride has to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

The Gibbs free energy of a system is defined as the enthalpy of the system minus the product of the temperature times the entropy of the system. The Gibbs free energy of the system is a state function as it is defined in terms of thermodynamic properties that are state functions. The Gibbs free energy of a system is directly related to the equilibrium constant of a reaction. The symbol for equilibrium constant in terms of partial pressure is $K_p$.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the reaction between nitric oxide and chlorine to produce nitrosyl chloride is product favored or reactant favored has to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The value of equilibrium costant $K_{\text{c}}$ for the reaction between nitric oxide and chlorine to produce nitrosyl chloride has to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).