Which one of the following statements does not describe the equilibrium state? a. While at equilibrium, a dynamic process is still occurring. b. The concentration of the reactants is equal to the concentration of the products. c. The concentration of the reactants and products reach a constant level. d. At equilibrium, the net concentration of all species is not changing. e. All are true.
A
Choice A
B
Choice B
C
Choice C
D
Choice D
E
Choice E
0 댓글
검증된 단계별 안내
1
Understand the concept of chemical equilibrium: At equilibrium, the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the reverse reaction, meaning the concentrations of reactants and products remain constant over time.
Analyze statement A: 'While at equilibrium, a dynamic process is still occurring.' This is true because reactions continue to occur in both directions, but at equal rates, maintaining constant concentrations.
Evaluate statement B: 'The concentration of the reactants is equal to the concentration of the products.' This is incorrect because equilibrium does not require equal concentrations, only that they remain constant.
Consider statement C: 'The concentration of the reactants and products reach a constant level.' This is true as equilibrium is characterized by constant concentrations.
Review statement D: 'At equilibrium, the net concentration of all species is not changing.' This is true because the dynamic balance of forward and reverse reactions keeps concentrations constant.