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2 XY(g) ⇄ X2(g) + Y2(g) Kp = 230 A certain gas, XY(g), decomposes as represented by the equation aboEquilibrium Chemistry Question

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2 XY(g) ⇄ X2(g) + Y2(g) Kp = 230

A certain gas, XY(g), decomposes as represented by the equation above. A sample of each of the three gases is put in a previously evacuated container. The initial partial pressures of the gases are shown in the table below.

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The temperature of the reaction mixture is held constant. In which direction will the reaction proceed?

A.

The reaction will form more products.

B.

The reaction will form more reactant.

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C.

The mixture is at equilibrium, so there will be no change.

D.

It cannot be determined unless the volume of the container is known.

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