Question

For the following reaction, 2 SO2(g) + O:(g) 2 SO,(g) the equilibrium constant, K, is 1.32 at 627°C. What is the equilibrium constant for the reaction below? SO;(g)+ 1/2 O:(g) SO,(g)

Answer 1

Answer:

1.15  

Explanation:

2SO₂ + O₂ ⟶ 2SO₃; K =1.32

SO₂ + ½O₂ ⟶ SO₃;    K₁ = ?

When you divide an equation by 2, you take the square root of its equilibrium constant.

K₁ = √1.32 = 1.15

The equilibrium constant is 1.15.