Equilibrium Shift When Q is Added

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Question

In the equilibrium 2P(g) <=> Q(g) + R(g) , adding Q at constant volume will shift the equilibrium in which direction?

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Right No shift Depends on Kc Left Correct

Explanation

According to Le Chatelier’s principle, adding Q increases its concentration, shifting the equilibrium left to reduce Q by forming more P .

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