Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics, & Kinetics
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Author: Thomas Engel, Philip Reid
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Chapter 15, Problem 15.16CP
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation: The definition of zero energy in the construction of statistical mechanical expression for the equilibrium constant is to be interpreted with its necessity.
Concept introduction: Equilibrium constant is the expression for the equilibrium stage of any reaction system. It indicates the ratio of the equilibrium concentration of product and reactant molecules at the equilibrium stage.
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