Asked by Ayanna Mcduffie on May 17, 2024

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If the value of K for the expression As2S3(s) ⇌ 2As3+(aq) + 3S2- (aq) is very small, where does the equilibrium lie?

A) To the reactants
B) To the products
C) Equally between the reactants and products
D) Entirely to one side or the other

Equilibrium Constant

A numerical value that represents the ratio of concentrations of products to reactants at equilibrium, for a reversible chemical reaction.

Equilibrium

A state in which all acting influences are balanced or canceled by equal opposing forces, resulting in a stable system.

Reactants

Ingredients that are present from the start in a chemical reaction, getting used up as they generate the outcome products.

  • Understand the concept of chemical equilibrium and the factors that can influence it.
  • Grasp the significance of the equilibrium constant and what it indicates about the position of equilibrium.
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Fantasia RodriguezMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
When the value of K (equilibrium constant) for a reaction is very small, it indicates that the equilibrium lies far to the left, favoring the reactants.