What conditions favor the formation of 2XY₄(g) in the reaction X₂(g) + 4Y₂(g) ⇋ 2XY₄(g), considering that the enthalpy change (ΔH) is negative?

1.  Low pressure and low temperature

2.  High temperature and low pressure

3.  High pressure and low temperature

4.  High temperature and high pressure

Subtopic:  Le Chatelier's principle |
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On adding inert gas at constant volume, equilibrium shifts in the forward direction will take place in - 
 
1. \(N_2 (g) + 3H_2 (g)\rightleftharpoons 2NH_3 (g)\)
2. \(PCl_5 (g) \rightleftharpoons PCl_3 (g) + Cl_2 (g)\)
3. \(H_2(g) + I_2 (g) \rightleftharpoons 2HI (g)\)
4. None of the above.
Subtopic:  Le Chatelier's principle |
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