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A-LevelChemistryEquilibriaMay/June 2016Paper 1 Q331 Mark

In this question, all gases can be assumed to behave ideally. A chemist heats a mixture of nitrogen and oxygen gases in a sealed container at a constant temperature until the mixture reaches a dynamic equilibrium containing N₂(g), O₂(g) and NO(g). N₂(g) + O₂(g) ⇌ 2NO(g) The chemist repeats the experiment at the same temperature using the same initial amounts of N₂(g) and O₂(g), but at a much higher pressure. Which statements about the second experiment at higher pressure are correct? 1 At higher pressure, there are more particles per unit volume. 2 The composition of the equilibrium mixture does not change. 3 There are more collisions per second so equilibrium is reached faster.

A1, 2 and 3 are correct
B1 and 2 only are correct
C2 and 3 only are correct
D1 only is correct

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is A: 1, 2 and 3 are correct

📋 Examiner Report & Trap Analysis

Common mistake: 62% of candidates selected the distractor because they confused... The examiner specifically designed this question to test whether students can differentiate between... To secure full marks, candidates must demonstrate...

🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown

Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.

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About This A-Level Chemistry Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Equilibria in A-Level Chemistry (syllabus code 9701). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Chemistry May/June 2016 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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