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0.04 moles of sulfur trioxide is placed in a flask (1.50dm^3) and allowed to reach equilibrium at 600 degrees. If 30% of the sulfur trioxide decomposes to sulfur dioxide and oxygen - what is the equilibrium constant?

The easiest way to start your answer is by writing out the equation for the reaction {2SO3 (g) <-> 2SO2 (g) + O2 (g) } and considering what the equilibrium constant ...

Answered by Isobel W. Chemistry tutor
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How does a heterogenous catalyst work? (3 marks)

Reactants are adsorbed onto the surface of the catalyst (1). Bonds forms between the atoms and molecules on the surface (2), and the products desorb (3).

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Explain the trend in the first ionisation energies of the group 1 elements

The general trend is a decrease in first ionisation energy, which is because as you descend the group the number of energy levels surrounding the positively charged nucleus increases. This means that the ...

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Define a transition metal

Transition metals form coloured ions in solution. They have variable oxidation states, and often can be sued as catalysts. They are also able to form complexes with non-metal ligands, such as H2O or NH3, ...

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Why does Benzene require a catalyst to react with Bromine whereas Phenol does not?

The -OH is an activating group, it donates its lone pair into the delocalised ring of electrons. This increases the electron density in the ring, making it more reactive.

Answered by Frankie L. Chemistry tutor
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