2O₃ ⇌ 3O₂

Definition

This is a chemical equation representing the decomposition of ozone (O₃) into oxygen (O₂). The double arrow indicates that this reaction can proceed in both directions, meaning it's an equilibrium reaction.

Related terms

Equilibrium Reaction:

A chemical reaction where the rate of forward reaction equals the rate of reverse reaction, resulting in no net change in concentrations of reactants or products.

Decomposition Reaction:

A type of chemical reaction where one compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.

Chemical Equation:

A representation using symbols and formulas to show what happens during a chemical reaction.