Chemistry - equilibria Flashcards
1
Q
What is the chemical equation for the addition of water to copper(II) sulfate?
A
5H2O + CuSO4 -> CuSO4.5H2O
2
Q
What is the meaning of dynamic equilibrium?
A
Rate of forward and backward reactions are equal
Concentration of products and reactants are equal
3
Q
Under what condition does a reaction reach dynamic equilibrium?
A
A closed system
4
Q
What is an advantage of increasing the temperature in dynamic equilibrium?
A
Increases the rate of reaction
5
Q
What does adding a catalysts have no affect on the equilibrium position?
A
Speeds up the forward and backward reactions by an equal rate
