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In this question you should assume that all gases behave ideally.

Hydrogen and iodine react reversibly in the following reaction. The system reaches dynamic
equilibrium.
H2(g) + I2(g) 2HI(g) ∆H=–9.5kJmol–1 Which statement must be true for the Kp of this equilibrium to be constant?
A The partial pressures of H2, I2 and HI are equal.
B The external pressure is constant.
C The forward and reverse reactions have stopped.
D The temperature is constant.

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Answer:

B

Step-by-step explanation:

The number of moles of each reactant is equal, there by pressure has no effect on the chemical system. Pressure is constant

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