The discussion centers on the effect of temperature on chemical equilibrium, specifically addressing why the equilibrium constant (K) changes with temperature but remains constant with changes in concentration and pressure. Participants reference Le Chatelier's principle and the Arrhenius equation to explain that the rate constant is influenced by temperature due to the increased energy available to reactants. A foundational understanding of chemical thermodynamics is necessary to fully grasp the derivation of the equilibrium constant and its temperature dependence.
PREREQUISITESStudents of chemistry, particularly those in introductory courses on chemical thermodynamics and equilibrium, as well as educators seeking to clarify the relationship between temperature and equilibrium constants.
No, K is the rate constant. See my post.Buzz Bloom said:I looked at the Wikipedia article
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Chatelier's_principle
and I found no equations involving a variable "K". So, I assume that by "K value" you mean temperature.
I understood you Drclaud. And I want the same thing mentioned above that is why Equilibrium constant is a function of temperature . why it doesn't varies with changes in concentration and pressureChestermiller said:You are asking why the equilibrium constant is a function of temperature, but not pressure or concentration, correct?
I take that as a yes. Have you had a course in chemical thermodynamics yet?Karan Punjabi said:I understood you Drclaud. And I want the same thing mentioned above that is why Equilibrium constant is a function of temperature . why it doesn't varies with changes in concentration and pressure
No, I'm in FYJC so no knowledge of thermodynamicsChestermiller said:I take that as a yes. Have you had a course in chemical thermodynamics yet?
Well, when you take chemical thermodynamics, you will learn about the derivation of the equilibrium constant and why it is a function of temperature alone. The coursework leading up to this is just too lengthy to describe here.Karan Punjabi said:No, I'm in FYJC so no knowledge of thermodynamics
Ohk thanks for the help☺Chestermiller said:Well, when you take chemical thermodynamics, you will learn about the derivation of the equilibrium constant and why it is a function of temperature alone. The coursework leading up to this is just too lengthy to describe here.
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