For the equilibrium reaction X + y -> XY, the rate of the forward reaction at equilibrium is equal to 1.75 sec^(-1). What is the rate of the reverse reaction?
1 Answer
Nov 18, 2017
Based on the Law of Mass action, at Equilibrium the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the reverse reaction.
Explanation:
For the listed hypothetical reaction
Rate (fwd) =
Rate (rev) =
By the 'Law of Mass Action' ...
Rate(fwd) = Rate(rev)
=>
=>
=> The 'Constant' is defined as the Rxn Equilibrium Constant