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If kf and kb are the rate constants of forward and backward reactions in an equilibrium reaction, the equilibrium constant of the reaction is given by

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a

Keq=kb/kf

b

Keq=1/kfkb

c

Keq=kf/kb

d

Keq=kfkb

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Kf=[C][D][A][B]Kb=[A][B][C][D]
​Therefore, Kf=1Kb
​ Additionally, Kf×Kb=1.

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If kf and kb are the rate constants of forward and backward reactions in an equilibrium reaction, the equilibrium constant of the reaction is given by