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AP Chemistry Unit 7 - Equilibrium

Authored by Tricia Kreitzer

Chemistry

11th - 12th Grade

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AP Chemistry Unit 7 - Equilibrium
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This quiz covers chemical equilibrium, a fundamental topic in AP Chemistry that addresses dynamic chemical systems and their quantitative relationships. The questions assess students' understanding of equilibrium constants (Kc and Ksp), Le Chatelier's principle, reaction quotients, acid-base equilibria, and solubility equilibria. Students need to master the mathematical relationships between equilibrium expressions and concentration data, understand how external factors like temperature, pressure, and concentration changes affect equilibrium position, and apply these concepts to real chemical systems. The content requires strong algebraic skills for equilibrium calculations, conceptual understanding of reversible reactions, and the ability to write correct equilibrium expressions while excluding solids and liquids. Students must also understand the relationship between equilibrium constants and reaction favorability, distinguish between strong and weak acids and bases, and solve complex problems involving pH, pOH, and buffer systems. Created by Tricia Kreitzer, a Chemistry teacher in the US who teaches grades 11 and 12. This comprehensive assessment serves as an excellent tool for evaluating student mastery of equilibrium concepts before the AP Chemistry exam. Teachers can use this quiz as a summative assessment after completing Unit 7, as a review activity before the AP exam, or as a diagnostic tool to identify areas where students need additional support. The variety of question types—from conceptual understanding of Le Chatelier's principle to complex equilibrium calculations—makes it suitable for differentiated instruction and allows teachers to assess both conceptual knowledge and mathematical problem-solving skills. This quiz aligns with AP Chemistry Learning Objectives related to equilibrium (LO 6.1-6.21) and supports the College Board's emphasis on connecting macroscopic observations to molecular-level explanations while developing quantitative reasoning skills essential for success in advanced chemistry coursework.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Given the Kc for a forward reaction, how can you find Kc for the reverse reaction?

Divide Kc by 1

Divide 1 by Kc

Square Kc

Take the square root of Kc

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For the reaction...
SO2 + O2  <−>  SO3
If the concentration of SOis increased, the equilibrium of the reaction will shift ___________.

left
right
left and right 
neither left nor right

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NGSS.HS-PS1-6

NGSS.HS-PS1-5

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For the reaction...

heat + N2 + O2 ↔ 2NO

If heat is added to the chemical system, the equilibrium will shift _______.

left

right

left and right

neither left nor right

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NGSS.HS-PS1-6

NGSS.HS-PS1-5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

2SO2(g)+O2(g)⇌2SO3(g)

Decreasing the volume of container will

shift equilibrium right

shift equilibrium left

change K

have no change

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NGSS.HS-PS1-6

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For the reaction...
N2  +  O2  <=>  2NO
If  O2 is removed, the  concentration of N2 will _______.

increase
decrease
remain the same
double

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-6

NGSS.HS-PS1-5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

The following reaction :

SO2 (g) + NO2 (g) <=> SO3 (g) + NO (g)

had reached a state of equilibrium, was found to contain

0.40 mol L-1 SO3 , and 0.30 mol L-1 NO,

0.15 mol L-1NO2 , and 0.20 mol L-1 SO2.

Calculate the equilibrium constant for this reaction.

4.0

0.42

0.25

1.0

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NGSS.HS-PS1-6

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What are the two factors to look for when determining if the reaction is at equilibrium?

Forward reaction rate is faster than the reverse and concentrations are equal
Forward and reverse reaction rates are equal and concentration is conctant
Forward and revers reaction rates are equal and concentration is equal
Forward reaction rate is faster than the reverse and concentration is equal

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NGSS.HS-PS1-6

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