14.5 Favtors That Affect Chemical Equlibrium

Question 1

Explain Le Chatelier’s principle

Answer 1

According to the principle, of an external stress in applied to a system at equilibrium the system adjusts in such as way that the stress is partially offset as the system reaches a new equilibrium position

The yield of the reaction can be increased using Le C’s Principle as it helps to predict the changes in M l, temperature, and pressure, which can bring about maximum yield of a reaction

Question 2

List four factors that can shift the position of an equilibrium. Which factor can alter the value of the equilibrium constant?

Answer 2

1. Change in M
2. Change in pressure
3. Change in volume
4. Change in temperature

Temperature alters the value of K. M, pressure, and volume are not affected by the change of K

Question 3

Does the addition of a catalyst have any effects on the position of an equilibrium?

Answer 3

The addition of a catalyst only alters the rate of a reaction. It does not have any effects on position of an equilibrium