In the reaction: N₂ + 3 H₂ ⇌ 2 NH₃, the equilibrium constant is very small, yet ammonia (NH₃) is readily produced. What conditions might be applied to make this happen?

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Adding a catalyst speeds up the reaction without affecting the equilibrium position, and removing the product as it forms shifts the equilibrium to the right, favoring the formation of more product. Both conditions can help in increasing the production of ammonia despite a small equilibrium constant.

In the Reaction: N2 + 3 H2 ⇌ 2 NH3

In the Reaction: N₂ + 3 H₂ ⇌ 2 NH₃