Le Châtelier's Principle

Question 1

Enables qualitative prediction of the effects of changes in _________, _________, and __________ on a system at equilibrium.

Answer 1

concentration; pressure; temperature

Question 2

If a change in conditions is imposed on a system at equilibrium, the system will shift in a direction that compensates for the imposed change

Answer 2

In other words, when a stress is placed on a system at equilibrium, the system shifts in the direction that relieves the stress