7.2.1 - Physical Equilibrium
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Define physical equilibrium.
💡 Hint: Think about examples involving phase changes.
Give one example of physical equilibrium.
💡 Hint: Consider processes of evaporation and condensation.
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What is physical equilibrium?
💡 Hint: Think of boiling water and the steam produced.
Can physical equilibrium occur in an open system?
💡 Hint: Remember why we need closure to maintain equilibrium.
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A sealed container has liquid water and water vapor at equilibrium. If heat is added to the container, what would happen to the equilibrium? Explain why.
💡 Hint: Think about the effect of increasing temperature on evaporation rates.
If a small amount of liquid water is removed from a sealed jar containing both water and vapor, how would that affect the equilibrium? Describe the expected outcome.
💡 Hint: Consider the balance of processes: evaporation vs condensation.
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