Chemistry Made Simple
Chemistry Made Simple
Matthew Macariou
What is a Reversible Reaction and an Equilibrium
15 minutes Posted Dec 15, 2025 at 11:15 pm.
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In this episode:

  • What is a reversible reaction?
  • How to spot a reversible reaction
  • Use the correct arrow!
  • What is equilibrium?
  • What is necessary to achieve equilibrium?
  • Disturbing an equilibrium, and La Chatelier's Principle
  • What happens to an equilibrium when you add a catalyst?

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