Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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Chapter 15 - Chemical Equilibrium - Exercises - Questions - Page 564: 13

Answer

A small equilibrium constant favors the reverse reaction at equilibrium while a large constant demonstrates that the forward reaction is favored. A small constant means that more reactants will exist at equilibrium, and a large constant means more products will exist at equilibrium.

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A small equilibrium constant favors the reverse reaction at equilibrium while a large constant demonstrates that the forward reaction is favored. A small constant means that more reactants will exist at equilibrium, and a large constant means more products will exist at equilibrium.
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