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Explain that changing conditions can change the direction favoured in a reversible reaction.

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Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium

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Reversible reactions

Aqa Gcse ChemistryThe rate and extent of chemical change

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Explain that changing conditions can change the direction favoured in a reversible reaction

  • This point belongs to Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium, especially Reversible reactions.
  • You need to be able to explain that changing conditions can change the direction favoured in a reversible reaction.
  • The key ideas to know are reversible reaction.
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reversible reaction

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How do you explain changing conditions can change the direction favoured in a reversible reaction?

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In Chemistry, this page helps you answer questions about changing conditions can change the direction favoured in a reversible reaction within Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium. Focus on the key process, correct scientific terms, and how the idea links to exam-style questions. Key terms to check are reversible reaction and dynamic equilibrium.

Key terms

  • reversible reaction: A reaction in which products can react to form the original reactants. In AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462, use this term specifically when explaining rate of reaction, collision theory, reversible reactions, equilibrium, catalysts, graph gradients, or Le Chatelier's principle.
  • dynamic equilibrium: The state where forward and reverse reactions continue at the same rate in a closed system. In AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462, use this term specifically when explaining rate of reaction, collision theory, reversible reactions, equilibrium, catalysts, graph gradients, or Le Chatelier's principle.

Common trap

Misunderstanding Reaction Direction: Remember that according to Le Chatelier's Principle, changing conditions can favor either the forward or reverse reaction depending on the specific change made.

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