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(HT only) Predict that decreasing product concentration shifts equilibrium towards products.

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Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium

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The effect of changing concentration (HT only)

AQA GCSE ChemistryThe rate and extent of chemical change

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In The effect of changing concentration (HT only), this learning objective focuses on how to (HT only) Predict that decreasing product concentration shifts equilibrium towards products. Within Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium, students should keep the idea anchored to The effect of changing concentration (HT only) rather than drifting into a different rate, equilibrium, catalyst, reversible reaction, or graph concept. Key terms to use include HT only, concentration, product. A strong AQA GCSE Chemistry answer names the exact factor or relationship, explains the particle or equilibrium reason where needed, and links the point back to the question wording with correct units or graph language when relevant.

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Le Chatelier's PrincipleEquilibrium Shift

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This objective helps connect The effect of changing concentration (HT only) to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium.

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Misunderstanding Equilibrium Shift: Remember that decreasing product concentration will shift the equilibrium towards the side that produces more products to counteract the change.

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