Final answer:
In this case, the equilibrium concentrations are [HI] = 0.528 M, [H₂] = 0.236 M, and [I₂] = 0.236 M.
Step-by-step explanation:
To solve this question, we will use the ICE (Initial, Change, Equilibrium) table method. We start with the initial concentrations given:
[HI] = 1.000 M, [H₂] = 0.000 M, and [I₂] = 0.000 M.
Since the reaction produces 1 mole of H₂ and I₂ for every 2 moles of HI, we can write the change in concentration for HI as -2x, and the changes for H₂ and I₂ as +x each.
At equilibrium, the equilibrium concentrations will be 1.000 - 2x for HI, and x for both H₂ and I₂.
Finally, we use the equilibrium constant expression, Kc = [H₂][I₂]/[HI]², and substitute the equilibrium concentrations to solve for x.
Plugging in the values, we have Kc = (x)(x)/(1.000 - 2x)² = 1.84 x 10⁻²
Simplifying the equation and solving for x gives a value of x = 0.236 M.
Therefore, at equilibrium, the concentrations are [HI] = 1.000 - 2(0.236) = 0.528 M, [H₂] = [I₂] = 0.236 M.