JEE MAIN - Chemistry (2017 - 9th April Morning Slot - No. 15)

The following reaction occurs in the Blast Furnace where iron ore is reduced to iron metal :

Fe2O3(s) + 3 CO(g) $$\rightleftharpoons$$ 2 Fe(1) + 3 CO2(g)

Using the Le Chatelier’s principle, predict which one of the following will not disturb the equilibrium ?
Removal of CO
Removal of CO2
Addition of CO2
Addition of Fe2O3

Explanation

Addition of a solid component to a system at constant pressure has no effect on the equilibrium. Therefore, addition of Fe2O3 will not disturb the equilibrium.

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