Chapter 17, Problem 36A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation Whether the given reaction is homogenous or heterogeneous reaction is to be explained.

Concept introduction

Heterogeneous reaction is the reaction in which the reactants and the products are present in different phases.

Answer to Problem 36A

In a given reaction,

${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\left(\text{s}\right)\rightleftharpoons {\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\left(\text{l}\right)$.

It is a heterogeneous reaction.

Explanation of Solution

The equilibrium reaction in which the reactants and the products are present in different phases are called heterogeneous equilibrium reactions.

Conclusion

Heterogeneous reaction is the reaction in which the reactants and the products are present in different phases.