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Published on: August 12, 2026
Given exothermic reaction
Which one of the following will decrease the equilibrium concentration of 
?
A
Addition of HCl
B
Addition of 
C
The solution is diluted with water
D
The temperature is increased
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Here; water is reactant so increase in concentration of reactant shifts the equilibrium in the forward direction. Hence; un diluting the solution; the equilibrium shifts in the 
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