Interpretation: The reason for calling ‘ K’ as constant needs to be explained.
Concept introduction: The equilibrium constant equation for a reaction is written by using the concentration of reactants and products in equilibrium. Only the concentrations of gaseous reactants are considered in the equilibrium constant equation.
Answer to Problem 1TAI
Value of K tells whether product or reactant is favored is in the reaction.
Explanation of Solution
The equilibrium constant K is a measure of whether starting substances or products are favored in an equilibrium mixture. A large value of
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