Which of the following factors will increase the rate of reaction in the forward direction?
A) addition of nitrogen
B) addition of ammonia
C) addition of hydrogen
D) addition of both nitrogen and hydrogen

Question

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Adding both nitrogen and hydrogen to a reaction involving their combination (such as the Haber process for ammonia synthesis) increases the concentration of reactants, thereby increasing the rate of the forward reaction according to Le Chatelier's principle.

Which of the Following Factors Will Increase the Rate of Reaction