JEE Advanced levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 3 of 3ce147
Two coupled gas-phase isomerisations occur at constant volume and temperature: AB with K1=4.0, and BC with K2=0.50. The mixture has [A]=0.50, [B]=1.0 and [C]=0.80molL−1. Which statement describes the initial net changes?
A[B] decreases, while [A] and [C] both increase
B[B] increases, while [A] and [C] both decrease
C[A] increases and [C] decreases
D[B] increases and [C] also increases
Answer: B
For step 1, Q1=[B]/[A]=2.0<K1=4.0, so A converts into B. For step 2, Q2=[C]/[B]=0.80>K2=0.50, so C converts into B. Both steps produce B at the expense of A and C.