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What is a characteristic of systems at chemical equilibrium?
What is a characteristic of systems at chemical equilibrium?
Why is chemical equilibrium described as dynamic?
Why is chemical equilibrium described as dynamic?
In the Haber-Bosch process, what does the use of D₂ instead of H₂ demonstrate?
In the Haber-Bosch process, what does the use of D₂ instead of H₂ demonstrate?
What does a leveling-off curve in a concentration versus time graph indicate?
What does a leveling-off curve in a concentration versus time graph indicate?
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Which condition is necessary for a system to reach chemical equilibrium?
Which condition is necessary for a system to reach chemical equilibrium?
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Study Notes
Equilibrium in Chemical Processes
- Chemical reactions can reach equilibrium, a state where the rates of forward and reverse reactions are equal.
- Equilibrium can be achieved starting with reactants or products.
- Equilibrium is dynamic; both forward and reverse reactions continue, but at equal rates, maintaining constant concentrations of reactants and products.
- Equilibrium is characterized by constant measurable properties at a given temperature.
- The magnitude of these properties indicates the extent of the process's progression toward equilibrium.
Dynamic Equilibrium
- Equilibrium is dynamic, meaning both forward and reverse reactions occur, but at equal rates.
- The system is closed, preventing external influences.
- Reactant and product concentrations remain constant.
- The system exhibits constant, measurable properties.
Examples of Equilibrium
- Haber-Bosch process: synthesis of ammonia.
- The reaction in a closed system reaches equilibrium regardless of initial amounts of reactants or products.
- The rate at which the products are produced is equal to the rate at which the reactants are used to make them.
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This quiz explores the concept of equilibrium in chemical reactions, highlighting its dynamic nature and the conditions required for it to occur. Learn about the characteristics of equilibrium, the significance of constant measurable properties, and explore examples such as the Haber-Bosch process. Test your understanding of how reactions can reach equilibrium and the factors that influence it.