Q. How will increase of pressure affect the equation? $C(s) + H_{2}O(g) \rightleftharpoons CO(g) + H_{2}(g)$
A) Shift in the forward direction
B) Shift in the reverse direction
C) Increase in the yield of hydrogen
D) No effect
Explanation
(b)
$C(s) + H_{2}O(g) \rightleftharpoons CO(g) + H_{2}(g);Here,\ \mathrm{\Delta}n > 1$
Hence, decrease of pressure shifts the equilibrium in forward direction and increase of pressure shift the equilibrium in backward (reverse) direction.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.