A + B ⇌ C + D
The ⇌ symbol means the reaction is reversible
- Forward reaction: Reactants (A + B) → Products (C + D)
- Backward reaction: Products (C + D) → Reactants (A + B)
- Both reactions happen at the same time
- Changing conditions can favour one direction or the other
This deep dive covers Deep Dive: The Reversible Symbol within Reversible Reactions for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Reversible Reactions in Rates of Reaction for GCSE Chemistry with 20 exam-style questions and 12 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 3 of 12 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Practice questions for Reversible Reactions
What does the symbol ⇌ mean when used in a chemical equation?
Explain the relationship between the energy changes in the forward and reverse reactions of a reversible reaction.
Quick recall flashcards
What is a reversible reaction?
A reaction where products can react together to reform the original reactants
What symbol shows a reaction is reversible?
⇌ (double arrow)