Equilibrium Flashcards
1
Q
Define equilibrium.
A
A reversible reaction.
2
Q
When does equilibrium occur?
A
When the rate of the forward reaction is equal to the rate of the backward reaction.
The concentrations of the reactants remain constant.
3
Q
What happens in a reversible reaction?
A
When the reactants turn into products some products turn back into reactions.
4
Q
What factors affect equilibrium?
A
Concentration of reactants/products
Temperature
Pressure
5
Q
What direction does the equilibrium shift in cold temperatures?
A
In the exothermic direction
6
Q
What direction does the equilibrium shift in hot temperatures?
A
In the endothermic direction
7
Q
What direction does the equilibrium shift when pressure is increased?
A
To the side with the fewest moles.
