Question

Which side does the catalyst shift the equilibrium position?

(a) left side

(b) right side

(c) may be left or right side

(d) does change the position

The question was posed to me in an online interview.

I need to ask this question from Factors Affecting Equilibria in division Equilibrium of Chemistry – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct option is (d) does change the position

Explanation: As per Le chatelier’s principle on the effect of catalyst states that the presence of the catalyst does not change the position of the equilibrium it simply fast and the attainment of the equilibrium.