AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) — Chemistry — Higher · 5.6.2.7

The effect of pressure changes on equilibrium (HT only) Flashcards – AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) — Chemistry — Higher

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What should you count in a balanced equation to predict the effect of pressure on a gaseous equilibrium?

The total number of gaseous molecules on each side.

How do pressure changes shift a gaseous equilibrium when the two sides have different numbers of gas molecules?

  • Increased pressure: towards the side with fewer gas molecules.
  • Decreased pressure: towards the side with more gas molecules.