Macroscopic characteristics of an equilibrium reaction:
The macroscopic characteristics of an equilibrium reaction are:
1. Constant concentrations of reactants and products: The concentrations of all substances remain unchanged over time.
2. No observable changes: There are no visible changes in color, pressure, or other measurable properties.
3. Temperature-dependent: The equilibrium position depends on temperature; increasing or decreasing temperature shifts equilibrium.
4. Pressure effects (for gases): Changing pressure affects equilibrium if gases are involved and the number of moles differs between reactants and products.