The value of Kpartial pressure for the reaction N2(g) + 3H2 ↔ 2NH3(g) at 472ᵒC is 4.5x10-5. Suppose a mixture of 55 atm of H2, 45 atm of N2 and 98 atm of NH3 is placed on a sealed container. How would we know if the reaction is already at equilibrium? What is the direction of reaction?

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The value of Kpartial pressure for the reaction N2(g) + 3H2 ↔ 2NH3(g) at 472ᵒC is 4.5x10-5. Suppose a mixture of 55 atm of H2, 45 atm of N2 and 98 atm of NH3 is placed on a sealed container. How would we know if the reaction is already at equilibrium? What is the direction of reaction?

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