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Which of the following best defines equilibrium?
Which of the following best defines equilibrium?
- A state of balance between opposing forces (correct)
- A state of imbalance
- A state of constant change
- A state of rest
What is the opposite of equilibrium?
What is the opposite of equilibrium?
- Stability
- Change
- Imbalance (correct)
- Disorder
What happens when a system is in equilibrium?
What happens when a system is in equilibrium?
- There is no change in the system (correct)
- The system becomes chaotic
- The system experiences rapid changes
- The system becomes unstable
Study Notes
Equilibrium
- Equilibrium is a state in which the net effect of all forces or factors is zero, resulting in no change or movement.
- It is a balance between opposing forces, where the system is stabilized and there is no tendency to change.
Opposite of Equilibrium
- The opposite of equilibrium is disequilibrium, a state of instability where there is a tendency to change or movement.
Characteristics of Equilibrium
- In equilibrium, the system is in a stable state, with no net change or movement.
- The forces or factors acting on the system are balanced, resulting in no net effect.
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Test your knowledge of equilibrium with this quiz! Explore the definition of equilibrium, learn about what happens when a system is in equilibrium, and discover the opposite of equilibrium. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand this fundamental concept in various fields such as physics, chemistry, and economics.
