What happens to the reaction 2N02 >< N204 + 52.2 kJ when the temperature of the reaction is increased?

A) more reactant forms

B) more product forms

C) the reaction stops

D) no change occurs

1 answer

B) more product forms

When the temperature of the reaction is increased, according to Le Chatelier's Principle, the equilibrium position shifts in the direction that absorbs heat. In this case, the reaction is endothermic (requires heat), so increasing the temperature will shift the equilibrium towards the right, favoring the formation of more product (N2O4).