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Why is high pressure required in the Haber process?

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If the pressure is increased, the equilibrium position moves in the direction of the fewest molecules of gas. This means it moves to the right in the Haber process. ... Stronger equipment is needed, and more energy is needed to compress the gases. So a compromise pressure of 200 atmospheres is chosen.

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