Reversible Reaction Flashcards
1
Q
What is a reversible reaction?
A
One where the products of the reaction can themselves react to produce the original reactants (can go both ways)
2
Q
What kind of reaction is the thermal decomposition of ammonium chloride?
A
A reversible reaction
3
Q
What is ammonium chloride?
A
A white solid
4
Q
What happens to ammonium chloride when heated?
A
It breaks down into the gases ammonia and hydrogen chloride - forward reaction
5
Q
What happens if you let it cool?
A
The ammonia and hydrogen chloride react to re-form the solid - backwards reaction
6
Q
What is another example of a reversible reaction?
A
The dehydration of copper(II) sulfate
