Degree of dissociation α from Kp (gas, Δn ≠ 0) (A(g) ⇌ B(g)+C(g): Kp = α²P/(1−α²) when starting from pure A)

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A(g) ⇌ B(g)+C(g): Kp = α²P/(1−α²) when starting from pure A

What each symbol means

SymbolWhat it stands for
αDegree of dissociation of A
K_pEquilibrium constant in pressure units
P_{tot}Total equilibrium pressure

When to use this

Start with pure A; ideal gases; mole fractions: B and C each α/(1+α), A is (1−α)/(1+α).