Equilibrium shiftHardQuestion 600429
Question
For the equilibrium N₂O₄(g) ⇌ 2NO₂(g), adding an inert gas at constant volume will:
- AShift equilibrium to the right
- BShift equilibrium to the left
- CHave no effectCorrect
- DDouble NO₂ concentration
Correct answer
Have no effect
Explanation
Adding inert gas at constant volume does not change the partial pressures of N₂O₄ or NO₂ (concentrations unchanged). No effect on equilibrium position.