Problem: Consider the following reaction and corresponding value of Kc: H2(g) + I2(g) ⇌ 2HI(g); Kc = 6.2 x 102  at 25 oCWhat is the value of Kp K_{ m p}at this temperature?

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Kp = Kc(RT)∆n


Δn = mol gas product – mol gas reactant

Δn = 2 mol – 2 mol

Δn = 0


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Consider the following reaction and corresponding value of Kc: H2(g) + I2(g) ⇌ 2HI(g); Kc = 6.2 x 102  at 25 oC

What is the value of Kp at this temperature?


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