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The following reaction occurs in the Blast furnace where iron ore is reduced to iron metal:
\(\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3(s) + 3\text{CO}(g) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{Fe}(l) + 3\text{CO}_2(g)\)
Using Le Chatelier's principle, predict which one of the following will not disturb the equilibrium.
The following reaction occurs in the Blast furnace where iron ore is reduced to iron metal:
\(\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3(s) + 3\text{CO}(g) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{Fe}(l) + 3\text{CO}_2(g)\)
Using Le Chatelier's principle, predict which one of the following will not disturb the equilibrium.
\(\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3(s) + 3\text{CO}(g) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{Fe}(l) + 3\text{CO}_2(g)\)
Using Le Chatelier's principle, predict which one of the following will not disturb the equilibrium.
Updated On: Mar 25, 2026
- Addition of \( \text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3 \)
- Addition of \( \text{CO}_2 \)
- Removal of \( \text{CO} \)
- Removal of \( \text{CO}_2 \)
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The addition of Fe2O3, being a solid, will not affect the equilibrium since its concentration is not included in the equilibrium constant expression. Conversely, altering the concentration of CO2, either by addition or removal, will cause a shift in equilibrium in accordance with Le-Chatelier’s principle. Similarly, the removal of CO will disturb the equilibrium by shifting it towards the reactants.
Therefore, the correct choice is Option (1).
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