Le Chatelier’s Principle, pH, & Ocean Acidification
What is the impact of of acidification on marine life?
Disrupted food webs:
Behavioral changes
2NO(g) + O2(g) <-> 2NO2(g)
If you inject more O2 in the reaction container, how will the equilibrium respond, and what will happen to the amount of NO2?
The equilibrium will shift to the right to consume the extra O2, which means the amount of NO2 will increase.
N2(g) + 3H2(g) <-> 2NH3(g)
If you suddenly decrease the volume of the container, which side will the equilibrium favor?
The Equilibrium will shift to the right (Toward the products)
CO(g) + 3H2(g) <-> CH4(g) + H2O(g) + HEAT
If you place the container into an ice bath to lower the temperature, how will the system react?
The equilibrium will shift to the right.
How does ocean acidification impact Humans?
The damage to marine ecosystems has severe socioeconomic consequences. It directly threatens coastal economies and food security that rely on shellfish harvesting and aquaculture