5 ways to explain rate and equilibrium

Rate of reaction and equilibrium may seem like very different topics to students. However, the yield obtained from a reaction is always a function of the synergy between the position of equilibrium (how far) and the rate of reaction (how fast). For students in their exam years, questions which rely on an evaluation of both rate and equilibrium are often used to discriminate between the best candidates. They can seem daunting, but can be made accessible to all students with some careful planning. Use the five smart tips in this article to help your students understand the synergy between rate and equilibrium and answer well in the exam.