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The discussion focuses on calculating the equilibrium constant (Kc) for the reaction 4NOBr (g) ⇌ 4NO (g) + 2Br2 (g) using the provided K value of 2.0 for the reverse reaction 2NO (g) + Br2 (g) ⇌ 2NOBr (g). The user expresses confusion about the conventions of equilibrium expressions and how to manipulate them. The correct approach involves recognizing that Kc can be derived from the known K value by applying the formula Kc = (1/K)^2, leading to the conclusion that Kc for the desired reaction is 0.25.

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Need help with equilibrium equations -- ASAP Please

Homework Statement



I'm studying for a final that I'm taking tomorrow and am stuck on the following:

Calculate Kc for the reaction:

4NOBr (g) [itex]\Leftrightarrow[/itex] 4NO (g) + 2Br2 (g)

given the following information:

2NO(g) + Br2 (g) [itex]\Leftrightarrow[/itex] 2NOBr (g); K = 2.0

Homework Equations



Not sure about which equations other than Kc = [itex]\frac{[products]}{[reactions]}[/itex]

The Attempt at a Solution



I can't even start this answer. My first assumption of where to start was to write the second equation backwards, just so it looked like the first!??
 
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[tex]K_c=(1/K)^2[/tex]
 

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