What will happen if more heat is applied to the following system at equilibrium?
X\(_2\)(g) + 3Y\(_2\)(g) ⇌ 2XY\(_3\)(g); ∆H = xKJmol\(^{-1}\)
A
the yield of XY 3 will decompose
B
more of XY3 will decompose
C
More of X2 will react
D
the forward reaction will remain static
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Increase in temperature will cause the forward reaction to occur, increasing the amounts of the products and decreasing the amounts of reactants.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #40018)