a) Explain how reaction rate and equilibrium are related concepts. Give an example to illustrate this relationship. b) For the reaction, CO(g) + 2 H2(g) CH;OH(g) + energy Predict the effect of the following changes on the equilibrium concentration of CH;OH(g): i. a decrease in pressure. ii. the addition of CO(g)

a) Explain how reaction rate and equilibrium are related concepts. Give an example to illustrate this relationship. b) For the reaction, CO(g) + 2 H2(g) CH;OH(g) + energy Predict the effect of the following changes on the equilibrium concentration of CH;OH(g): i. a decrease in pressure. ii. the addition of CO(g)

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Chapter12: Chemical Equilibrium

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 12.42PAE: 12.42 The following reaction is in equilibrium in lake water: HCO,_(aq) + H+(aq)«=*H,CO,(aq) Predict...

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