engineering chemistry MCQ #2168

For the reaction N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3, what is the effect of increasing pressure on equilibrium?

engineering chemistry MCQ #2168

  1. Question 1

    Q1. For the reaction N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3, what is the effect of increasing pressure on equilibrium?

    • A) Shifts to the right
    • B) Shifts to the left
    • C) No effect
    • D) Cannot be predicted

    Answer: Shifts to the right

    Explanation: Increasing pressure favors the side with fewer moles of gas, according to Le Chatelier's principle, so it shifts to the right.