Reverse Reaction
Definition
A reverse reaction is the process where products break down back into their original reactants.
Related terms
Decomposition Reaction: A type of chemical reaction where one compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.
Catalyst: A substance that increases the rate of both forward and reverse reactions without being consumed itself.
Dynamic Equilibrium: When the rates of forward and reverse reactions become equal, resulting in no net change in concentrations of reactants or products.
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Study guides (3)
AP Chemistry - 7.1 Introduction to Equilibrium
AP Chemistry - 7.2 Direction of Reversible Reactions
AP Chemistry - 9.5 Free Energy and Equilibrium
Practice Questions (2)
Consider the equation 2 SO₃ (g) ⇌ O₂ (g) + 2SO₂ (g). The ΔH° is -198 kJ/mol. Which of the following would cause the reverse reaction to speed up?
What are the rates of forward and reverse reactions at equilibrium?
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