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Explain the difference between a physical equilibrium and a chemical equilibrium

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Chemical equilibria involve the making and breaking of strong chemical bonds.



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  • A physical equilibrium is a type of equilibrium in which the physical state of the system remains the same before dynamic equilibrium is achieved.
  • Chemical equilibrium on the other hand refers to a type of equilibrium in which the concentrations of reactants and products do not change with time.
  • Therefore, the key
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