(a)
Interpretation:
A chemical equation for the given process is to be stated and it has to be classified as product favored or reactant favored.
Concept Introduction:
If a particular reaction is spontaneous then the reaction will proceed in the forward direction, this leads to a reaction which is product favored. If a reaction is non spontaneous, then the reaction will not proceed in the forward direction rather proceeds in backward direction, this lead to a reaction which is reactant favored.
(b)
Interpretation:
A chemical equation for the given process is to be stated and it has to be classified as product favored or reactant favored.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
A chemical equation for the given process is to be stated and it has to be classified as product favored or reactant favored.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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