Which risk of uncontrolled temperature increase raises the likelihood of a runaway process during exothermic chemical equilibrium?

💡 Explanation

Uncontrolled temperature rises initiate thermal runaway because the Arrhenius equation dictates exponential reaction rate increases with temperature; this amplifies heat release further, therefore thermal runaway occurs, rather than merely shifting the equilibrium. Other options inhibit such an outcome due to kinetics or Le Chatelier's principle.

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