Question
Chemistry Question on Equilibrium
The decomposition of CaCO3 in a closed vessel is represented by the equation
CaCO3 ⇌ (s) CaO (s) + CO2 (g)
Calculate the number of phases, components and degree of freedom
A
p = 2: C=3; F = 3
B
p = 3; C=2; F = 1
C
p = 2: C=2; F = 2
D
p = 3: C=3; F = 2
Answer
p = 3; C=2; F = 1
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(B):p = 3; C=2; F = 1.