Chemistry

Problem

At 298 K the following elementary equilibria are established: Step 1: A(g) ⇌ B(g)

K_1 = 4.0\times10^{2}

Step 2: B(g) ⇌ C(g)

K_2 = 3.0\times10^{-3}

Determine the equilibrium constant,

K

, for the overall reaction A(g) ⇌ C(g) at 298 K. Provide your answer to two significant figures.