Why do reversible reactions just keep going and going? Savvy solution chemists learn how to influence reactants and products at equilibrium through a video lesson. Topics include the conditions that affect equilibrium, reaction rates, and the use of catalysts in reversible reactions.

Concepts

equilibrium, the equilibrium constant, chemical equilibrium, reactants, products

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Follow the video with example problems and have pupils interpret the equilibrium constant that results
• Ask students why they think knowing a reaction's equilibrium constant would be important during an experiment

Classroom Considerations

• The content is simplified for high school-level chemistry classes

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Explains equilibrium constants in high school friendly terms while letting learners know that there is more to the topic for future discussion
• Shows sample calculations using a logical approach to obtaining and interpreting the resulting constant

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2