Consider the following reaction: A(g) = 2 B(g) + C(g) The initial concentration of A is 1.0 mole/L and there are no products. Using the usual assumptions, calculate the equilibrium concentration of C if Ke = 1.0 x 10s.

Consider the following reaction: A(g) = 2 B(g) + C(g) The initial concentration of A is 1.0 mole/L and there are no products. Using the usual assumptions, calculate the equilibrium concentration of C if Ke = 1.0 x 10s.

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Chapter12: Gaseous Chemical Equilibrium

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Consider the following reaction:
A(g) = 2 B(g) + C(g)
The initial concentration of A is 1.0 mole/L and there are no products. Using the usual
assumptions, calculate the equilibrium concentration of C if Ke = 1.0 × 105.

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