Reaction shifts

Reaction shifts refer to the change in the position of a chemical equilibrium when factors like concentration, temperature, or pressure are altered. Essentially, the system adjusts itself to minimize the disturbance, favoring the formation of certain products or reactants. For example, increasing the concentration of one reactant pushes the reaction toward producing more products, while changing temperature can favor either the forward or reverse reaction depending on whether it’s exothermic or endothermic. These shifts follow Le Châtelier’s principle, helping predict how systems respond to changes and reach a new balance point.