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IB Chem Equilib SL
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Equilibrium | when the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal and so concentrations stay constant. |
| Le Chatelier’s Principle | When a change is applied to a system in dynamic equilibrium, the system reacts in such a way as to oppose the effect of the change. |
| Catalyst | Substances that provide an alternative reaction pathway involving a lower activation energy. |
| Homogenous reaction | All species are in the same state |
| Heterogeneous reaction | Species are in more than one state |
| Open system | Both energy and matter can be lost to the environment |
| Closed system | Only energy can be lost to the environment |