Reversible Reactions

Reversible reactions involve the simultaneous conversion of reactants to products and vice versa, characterized by bidirectional processes. These reactions do not achieve complete conversion, resulting in equilibrium states, such as in the formation of hydrogen iodide. Forward and backward reactions have distinct activation energies, and reversible reactions are symbolized by opposing arrows, unlike irreversible reactions with a single arrow.

What are reversible reactions and how do they differ from irreversible reactions?

Explain the concept of equilibrium in reversible reactions.

What are the forward and backward reactions in the context of reversible reactions?

Describe the activation energies involved in forward and backward reactions.

How is a reversible reaction represented in chemical equations?