Equilibria Flashcards
Meaning of dynamic
Both forwards and backwards reactions occur simultaneously
Features of dynamic equilibrium
- Forward and backward reaction occur at equal rate.
2. Concentration of reactants and products remains constant
Le Chatelier’s Principle
Is change is imposed on a system at equilibrium, the equilibrium will shift to oppose the change.
Effect of increasing temperature on equililbrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the endothermic reaction to reduce the temperature by absorbing heat. (IN u ENDO)
Effect of decreasing temperature on equililbrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the exothermic reaction to increase the temperature by releasing heat.
If a questions asks about yield, you should talk about…
position of equilibrium
If a questions asks about rate, you should talk about…
frequency of collisions
Effect of increasing pressure on equilibrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the reaction that decreases the number of gaseous molecules. Always state how many gaseous moles are on each side of the equation in your answer.
Effect of decreasing pressure on equilibrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the reaction that increases the number of gaseous molecules. Always state how many gaseous moles are on each side of the equation in your answer.
Effect of increasing concentration of a substance on equilibrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the reaction that removes that substance.
Effect of decreasing concentration of a substance on equilibrium
Equilibrium will shift to oppose the change favouring the reaction that produces that substance.
Effect of a catalyst on equilibrium
No effect on position of equilibrium as the rate of both forward and backward reactions are increased. Equilibrium will be reached faster.
Reaction and conditions for Haber Process
N2 + 3H2 --> 2NH3 forward reaction is exothermic T = 450 oC P = 200-1000 atm cat = Fe
Reasons for temp of Haber process
Forward reaction is exothermic so lower temp gives higher yield but slower rate as less frequent collisions. A compromise temperature is used
Reasons for pressure of Haber process
High pressure gives high yield and high rate but is more expensive to maintain so a lower pressure is used.
Contact process - reaction and conditions
- S(s) + O2(g) –> SO2(g)
- SO2(g) + 1/2 O2 (g) <=> SO3
Exothermic reaction
T = 450 oC,
P = 10 atm
cat = V2O5