reversible isomerization reaction converts reactant A to product X. Calculate the Gibbs energy change at non-standard conditions (310 K) if the concentration of A is 2 x 10-4M and that of X is 3 x 10-6 M. Comment on whether the reaction is spontaneous at these conditions.            The equilibrium constant Keq = 0.05. Assume standard temperature is 298K.

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A reversible isomerization reaction converts reactant A to product X.

Calculate the Gibbs energy change at non-standard conditions (310 K) if the concentration of A is 2 x 10-4M and that of X is 3 x 10-6 M.

Comment on whether the reaction is spontaneous at these conditions.         

 

The equilibrium constant Keq = 0.05. Assume standard temperature is 298K.

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