Reversible Reactions and Equilibria

Question 1

Describe what happens in reversible reactions

Answer 1

In a reversible reaction the products can react with each other to produce the original reactants

Question 2

Explain what is meant by dynamic equilibrium

Answer 2

The forward and backward reactions are both happening at the same time and rate, the concentrations of reactants and products have reached balance and won’t change

Question 3

How does decreasing the temperature affect the relative amount of substances in an equilibrium mixture

Answer 3

If you decrease the temperature, the equilibrium will move in the exothermic direction to produce more heat

Question 4

How does increasing the temperature affect the relative amount of substances in an equilibrium mixture

Answer 4

If you increase the temperature, the equilibrium will move in the endothermic direction to absorb extra heat