Effect of temperature change in Le Chatelier's Principle

In summary, temperature has a significant impact on Le Chatelier's Principle and can alter the equilibrium position of a reaction by favoring either the endothermic or exothermic reaction. The equilibrium constant is also affected by temperature changes, with an increase in temperature decreasing the constant for exothermic reactions and increasing it for endothermic reactions. Le Chatelier's Principle can be used to predict the effect of temperature on a reaction by considering the direction of the temperature change and the type of reaction. Temperature also affects the rate of a reaction by changing the kinetic energy of the reactant molecules, leading to more frequent and energetic collisions. Other effects of changing temperature on a reaction include altering the solubility, pH, physical state, and stability
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How to derive $$
\log \left(\frac{\mathrm{K}_{2}}{\mathrm{~K}_{1}}\right)=\frac{\Delta \mathrm{H}}{2.303 \mathrm{R}}\left[\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{1}}-\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{2}}\right]
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\log \left(\frac{\mathrm{K}_{2}}{\mathrm{~K}_{1}}\right)=\frac{\Delta \mathrm{H}}{2.303 \mathrm{R}}\left[\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{1}}-\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{2}}\right]
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The effect of temperature change in Le Chatelier's Principle is given by the equation $$ \log \left(\frac{\mathrm{K}_{2}}{\mathrm{~K}_{1}}\right)=\frac{\Delta \mathrm{H}}{2.303 \mathrm{R}}\left[\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{1}}-\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{2}}\right] $$. How to derive $$ \log \left(\frac{\mathrm{K}_{2}}{\mathrm{~K}_{1}}\right)=\frac{\Delta \mathrm{H}}{2.303 \mathrm{R}}\left[\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{1}}-\frac{1}{\mathrm{~T}_{2}}\right] $$. I am not able to derive it as equilibrium constant changes.
 
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FAQ: Effect of temperature change in Le Chatelier's Principle

What is Le Chatelier's Principle?

Le Chatelier's Principle is a principle in chemistry that states that when a system at equilibrium is subjected to a change in temperature, pressure, or concentration, the system will shift in a way that minimizes the effect of the change.

How does temperature affect Le Chatelier's Principle?

Temperature affects Le Chatelier's Principle by changing the equilibrium constant of a reaction. An increase in temperature will favor the endothermic direction, while a decrease in temperature will favor the exothermic direction.

What happens to equilibrium when temperature is increased?

When temperature is increased, the equilibrium will shift in the endothermic direction to absorb the excess heat. This will result in an increase in the concentration of the products and a decrease in the concentration of the reactants.

How does the equilibrium constant change with temperature?

The equilibrium constant, K, changes with temperature according to the Van't Hoff equation: ln(K2/K1) = ΔH/R(1/T1 - 1/T2), where ΔH is the enthalpy change, R is the gas constant, and T1 and T2 are the initial and final temperatures, respectively. As temperature increases, the value of K also increases for endothermic reactions and decreases for exothermic reactions.

Can temperature changes affect the rate of a reaction in Le Chatelier's Principle?

Yes, temperature changes can also affect the rate of a reaction in Le Chatelier's Principle. An increase in temperature will generally increase the rate of a reaction, while a decrease in temperature will decrease the rate of a reaction. This is because temperature affects the kinetic energy of the molecules, which in turn affects the frequency and effectiveness of collisions between reactant molecules.

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