- If the reaction given above is at equilibrium, the result of a sudden
increase in the concentration of O2 will result in
(A) increased concentration of SO 2 and decreased
concentration of SO 3
(B) increased concentration of SO 2 and increased
concentration of SO 3
(C) decreased concentration of SO 2 and increased
concentration of SO 3
(D) decreased concentration of SO 2 and decreased
concentration of SO 3
(E) no change in concentration of any product or reactant
- Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the
activated complex?
(A) It represents the highest energy state achieved during the
course of a reaction.
(B) It is not consumed during the course of a reaction.
(C) It is very unstable.
(D) It is formed before reactant bonds are completely
broken.
(E) It is formed before product bonds are completely formed.
