Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Reversible reactions and equilibrium

Reversible reactions and equilibrium — practice question

This equation represents the reversible reaction in which nitrogen and hydrogen combine to produce ammonia. $\text{N}_2 + 3\text{H}_2 \rightleftharpoons 2\text{NH}_3$. The forward reaction gives out heat. Which statement is correct when the temperature is increased?

  • AThe activation energy increases.
  • BThe equilibrium shifts to form more ammonia.
  • CThe rate of the forward reaction decreases.
  • DThe rate at which ammonia decomposes increases.

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