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What is Le Chatelier's principle?
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What is Le Chatelier's principle?

Le Chatelier's principle states that if a system at equilibrium is changed, the equilibrium shifts to oppose the change. Adding a reactant shifts it towards products. Raising pressure favours the side with fewer gas molecules. Raising temperature favours the endothermic direction. A catalyst does not change the equilibrium position.

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