Equilibria

Definition

Equilibria refers to the state in a chemical reaction where the concentrations of reactants and products have become constant due to a balance in their rates of reaction.

Related terms

Equilibrium Constant (K):

This is a number that expresses the relationship between the amounts of products and reactants present at equilibrium in a reversible chemical reaction at a given temperature.

Reversible Reaction:

A chemical reaction where the reactants form products that, in turn, can react together to give back the reactants.

Closed System:

A system which neither matter nor energy can enter or leave. The condition for chemical equilibrium.