If the Reaction Quotient ($Qc$) is greater than the Equilibrium Constant ($Kc$), in which direction will the reaction pr

Question

If the Reaction Quotient ($Qc$) is greater than the Equilibrium Constant ($Kc$), in which direction will the reaction proceed?

Accepted Answer

When $Qc > Kc$, products are in excess relative to equilibrium concentrations. To reach equilibrium, products convert back to reactants, so the reaction moves in the backward direction.

Equilibrium

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