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Consider the following equilibrium in a closed container
`N_(2)O_(4)(g) hArr 2NO_(2)(g)`
At a fixed temperature, the volume of the reaction container is halved. For this change, which of the following statement holds true regarding the equilibrium constant `(K_(p))` and the degree of diffociation `(alpha)`?

A

Neither `K_(p)` nor `alpha` changes

B

Both `K_(p)` and `alpha` change

C

`K_(p)` changes but `alpha` does not change

D

`K_(p)` does not change but `alpha` changes

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The correct Answer is:
D
The equilibrium constant depends only upon temperature. For endothermic reaction, the value of K increases with increase in temperature and vice-versa. The degree of dissociation must change to adjust for the new concentrations.
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