ES4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of dynamic equilibrium?
A
- concentrations of reactants and products stay constant
- forward and reverse reactions are both happening
- rate of the forwards and reverse reaction is equal
2
Q
What does it mean when Kc is less than 1?
A
There are more products than reactants - equilibrium position lies to the right.
3
Q
What does it mean when Kc is greater than 1?
A
There are more reactants than products - equilibrium position lies to the left.
4
Q
What does it mean when Kc is 10^10 greater than 1?
A
Reaction appears to have gone through completion.
5
Q
What does it mean when Kc is 10^10 less than 1?
A
Reaction appears not to have happened.
6
Q
What is Kc dependent on?
A
temperature
