Question

What will happen to the following equilibrium if Cl2

Answer 1

The following equilibrium will shift in the direction of the product:

Further explanation

Given

Reaction

4HCl + O₂ → 2H₂O + 2Cl₂

Cl₂  was removed

Required

Equilibrium changes

Solution

Reaction = - action

adding the products ⇒ Shifts in the direction of the reactants

reducing the products ⇒Shifts in the direction of the products

Cl₂ as a product, so if Cl₂ is taken or reduced, the reaction will try to maintain system equilibrium by moving to the right (product formation) ⇒ Shift in the direction of the product: