K Value
Definition
In chemistry, the K value refers to the equilibrium constant, which expresses the ratio of concentrations of products to reactants at equilibrium.
Analogy
Imagine you're playing tug-of-war. The K value would be like the point where both teams are pulling with equal force - no one's winning or losing. It's balanced!
Related terms
Equilibrium State: The state where both reactants and products are present in concentrations which have no further tendency to change with time.
Reaction Quotient (Q): The ratio of product concentrations to reactant concentrations at any point in time during a reaction.
Le Chatelier’s Principle: This principle states that if a dynamic equilibrium is disturbed by changing conditions, the system responds by re-establishing the equilibrium via counteracting changes.
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