In chemistry, equilibrium refers to the state in which the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the backward reaction, resulting in no net change in the concentrations of reactants and products. This state is also known as dynamic equilibrium, where the forward and reverse reactions continue to occur at equal rates. It is a fundamental concept in understanding reversible chemical reactions, where the amounts of substances involved remain constant over time. The equilibrium constant, represented by the symbol K, is a key parameter that characterizes the equilibrium position of a chemical reaction and varies with temperature. Chemical equilibrium is a dynamic process that involves the balance of reaction rates, leading to a stable state with constant concentrations of reactants and products
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