Practice mode Chemical Equilibrium

For an exothermic reversible reaction, what happens to the equilibrium constant when the temperature is raised?

Correct answer C. It decreases

Explanation

Raising temperature favours the endothermic (reverse) direction of an exothermic reaction. Less product is present at the new equilibrium, so the value of K becomes smaller.

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