AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Chemical Equilibrium

AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Equilibrium Constants MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Equilibrium constants K₁ and K₂ for the following equilibria: NO(g) + (1/2)O₂ ⇌ NO₂(g) and 2NO₂(g) ⇌ 2NO(g) + O₂(g) are related as:

A

K₂ = 1/K₁

B

K₂ = K₁

C

K₂ = K₁/2

D

K₂ = 1/K₁²

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The equilibrium constant for the reverse reaction is the reciprocal of the forward reaction's constant.

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