JEE Chemistry ยท Medium

Chemical and Ionic Equilibrium: Reaction Quotient MCQ

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Reaction QuotientMediumQuestion 600406

Question

If Q < Kc, the reaction will proceed:
  1. A
    In the reverse direction
  2. B
    In the forward direction
    Correct
  3. C
    At equilibrium already
  4. D
    Reaction stops

Correct answer

In the forward direction

Explanation

Q < K: too few products relative to equilibrium โ†’ reaction proceeds forward to make more products until Q = K.