The equilibrium constant for the reaction A₂(g) ⇌ 2 A(g) is K

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Problem

The equilibrium constant for the reaction A₂(g) ⇌ 2 A(g) is K. Which expression gives the equilibrium constant for the reaction 4 A(g) ⇌ 2 A₂(g) at the same temperature? (a)

K^{2}

(b)

K^{-2}

(c)

\dfrac{1}{K}

(d)

K^{-\tfrac12}

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Chemical Equilibrium
Equilibrium
Equilibrium constant

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