The rate of forward reaction, at chemical equilibrium is ______________ the rate of backward reaction?

Correct answer: C. Equal to

  • A. More than
  • B. Less than
  • C. Equal to
  • D. Either B. or C.

Explanation

Chemical equilibrium is dynamic: forward and reverse reactions continue, but their rates are equal, giving no net change in composition. Equal rates do not mean that both reactions have stopped.

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