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Chemistry Chemical Equilibrium All Topic Question for Revision Test Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Equilibrium constant K changes with temperature. At 300 K , equilibrium constant is 25 and at 400 K it is 10 . Which statement is correct about the backward reaction will have energy of activation?

A
Equal to that of forward reaction.
B
Less than that of forward reaction.
C
Greater than that of forward reaction.
D
Given values are not sufficient to explain the given statement.

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The correct answer is:
C

K decreases with increase in temperature. Thus, forward reaction is exothermic.


activation energy of forward reaction
activation energy of backward reaction
So,

Thus,

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