Consider the following reaction at equilibrium. 2H2O (g) + 2SO2 (g) <--> 2H2S (g) + 3O2...

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Consider the following reaction at equilibrium.

2H2O (g) + 2SO2 (g) <--> 2H2S (g) + 3O2 (g)

What effect will adding more H2S have on the system?

A) The reaction will shift in the direction of reactants

B) The equilibrium constant will increase

C) The reaction will shift in the direction of products

D) The equilibrium constant will decrease

E) No change will be observed

Can you explain why the one that is the right answer correct andalong with also explaining why the others are wrong?

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The right answer is A The reaction will shift in the direction of reactants The reaction equilibrium follows the Le Chateliers principle as When any system at equilibrium is subjected to    See Answer
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