Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Reversible reactions and equilibrium

Reversible reactions and equilibrium — practice question

Carbon reacts with steam to form carbon monoxide and hydrogen. This reaction is reversible, and the forward reaction takes in thermal energy. $\text{C}(s) + \text{H}_2\text{O}(g) \rightleftharpoons \text{CO}(g) + \text{H}_2(g)$
(a(i))[1]

Explain why a reversible reaction has to be carried out in a closed system before an equilibrium mixture can form.

(a(ii))[2]

Predict what happens to the equilibrium position when the temperature is reduced and the pressure stays constant. Explain your answer.

(a(iii))[2]

Predict what happens to the equilibrium position when the pressure is reduced and the temperature stays constant. Explain your answer.

(b)[2]

Predict what happens to the rate of the backward reaction when the temperature is lowered and the pressure stays constant. Explain your answer.

(c)[2]

Predict what happens to the rate of the backward reaction when the pressure is increased and the temperature stays constant. Explain your answer.

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