)Equilibrium refers to a state in which the forward and reverse reactions of a chemical reaction occur at equal rates, resulting in no net change in the concentrations of reactants and products.
Weak acids and bases have less dissociation in solution compared to strong acids and bases. This means that a higher percentage of the weak acid or base remains in its molecular form, allowing for a more balanced equilibrium between the reactants and products.
The strength of an acid or base is determined by its ability to dissociate in solution. Strong acids and bases completely dissociate, leading to a more one-sided equilibrium favoring the products. Weak acids and bases have a lower degree of dissociation, resulting in a more balanced equilibrium.
The equilibrium between a weak acid or base can be influenced by factors such as temperature, pressure, and the concentration of reactants and products. Changes in these factors can shift the equilibrium towards either the reactants or products.
The pH of a solution is a measure of its acidity or basicity, which is determined by the concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in the solution. In the case of a weak acid or base, the equilibrium between the dissociated and undissociated forms determines the concentration of H+ ions, thus affecting the pH of the solution.