2.2 - Factors affecting Equilibrium

Question 1

Explain what an equilibrium position is?

Answer 1

Equilibrium position shows the relative concentrations of reactants and products of a reaction that has reached equilibrium; it indicates whether the reactants or products are favored in the reversible reaction.

Question 2

State Le Chatelier’s principle.

Answer 2

It states that if a stress is applied to a system at equilibrium, the system shifts in the direction that relieves the stress.

Question 3

What are the four stresses that can cause a shift in the equilibrium position of a chemical system?

Answer 3

1- Concentrations of reactants and products
2- Temperature
3- Pressure
4- Volume