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What happens to the equilibrium when an inert gas like argon is added at constant volume to a reaction?
ChemistryChemical EquilibriumNEET
Options:
  • A The equilibrium shifts in the forward direction.
  • B The equilibrium remains undisturbed.
  • C The equilibrium becomes unstable.
  • D The equilibrium shifts in the reverse direction.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: The equilibrium remains undisturbed.
When an inert gas is added at constant volume, the equilibrium remains undisturbed because it does not change the partial pressures or molar concentrations of the reacting substances.

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