Chemguide: Core Chemistry 14 - 16


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Introduction to reversible reactions and equilibria . . .

How a reversible reaction in a closed system can lead to equilibrium. Changing the position of equilibrium by changing conditions.

The effect of changing concentration on the position of equilibrium . . .

Examples of the effect of changing the concentration of one of the reactants or products.

The effect of changing temperature on the position of equilibrium . . .

Examples of the effect of changing the temperature on the position of equilibrium.

The effect of changing pressure on the position of equilibrium . . .

Examples of the effect of changing the pressure on the position of equilibrium for a reaction involving gases.

The effect of adding a catalyst on the position of equilibrium . . .

An explanation of why adding a catalyst makes no difference to the position of equilibrium.


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