Question:

Which of the following reaction proceeds nearly to completion?
Reaction 
A) \(N_{2(g)} + O_{2(g)}\rightleftharpoons 2NO_{(g)}\) at 298 K \(4.8\times 10^{-3}\) 
B) \(H_{2(g)} + Cl_{2(g)}\rightleftharpoons 2HCl_{(g)}\) at 300 K \(4.0\times 10^{31}\) 
C) Decomposition of \(H_{2}O\) into \(H_{2}\) and \(O_{2}\) at 500 K \(4.1\times 10^{-48}\) 
D) Reaction of \(H_{2}\) with \(I_{2}\) to give HI at 700 K 57.0 
E) Gas phase decomposition of \(N_{2}O_{4}\) to \(NO_{2}\) at 298K \(4.64\times 10^{-3}\) 
 

Show Hint

\(K_c >> 1\) means equilibrium lies far to the right. \(K_c << 1\) means equilibrium lies far to the left.

Updated On: Apr 24, 2026
  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
  • E
Show Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
A reaction proceeds nearly to completion if the equilibrium constant \(K_c\) is very large (\(>> 1\)). 

Step 2: Detailed Explanation: 
Among the given values: \(4.0 \times 10^{31}\) is extremely large, indicating products are strongly favored. 
\(K_c = 57\) is >1 but not ""nearly to completion"" compared to \(10^{31}\). 
Other \(K_c\) values are \(<1\), favoring reactants. 

Step 3: Final Answer: 
Reaction B (H2 + Cl2 -> 2HCl) proceeds nearly to completion. 

Was this answer helpful?
0
0

Top KEAM Applications Of Equilibrium Constants Questions

View More Questions