Backward Reaction Rate Constant Formula

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Backward Reaction Rate Constant is the rate of backward reaction. Check FAQs
Kb=KfKc
Kb - Backward Reaction Rate Constant?Kf - Forward reaction rate constant?Kc - Equilibrium Constant?

Backward Reaction Rate Constant Example

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3.3333Edit=200Edit60Edit
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Backward Reaction Rate Constant Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Backward Reaction Rate Constant?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Kb=KfKc
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Kb=200mol/L60mol/L
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Kb=20060
Next Step Evaluate
Kb=3333.33333333333mol/m³
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Kb=3.33333333333333mol/L
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Kb=3.3333mol/L

Backward Reaction Rate Constant Formula Elements

Variables
Backward Reaction Rate Constant
Backward Reaction Rate Constant is the rate of backward reaction.
Symbol: Kb
Measurement: Molar ConcentrationUnit: mol/L
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Forward reaction rate constant
Forward reaction rate constant is the rate of forward reaction.
Symbol: Kf
Measurement: Molar ConcentrationUnit: mol/L
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Equilibrium Constant
Equilibrium Constant is the value of its reaction quotient at chemical equilibrium.
Symbol: Kc
Measurement: Molar ConcentrationUnit: mol/L
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other formulas in Equilibrium Constant category

​Go Equilibrium Constant
Kc=KfKb
​Go Forward Reaction Rate Constant
Kf=KcKb
​Go Equilibrium Concentration of Substance A
Eqconc A=((Eqconc Cc)(Eqconc Dd)Kc(Eqconc Bb))1a
​Go Equilibrium concentration of Substance B
Eqconc B=Eqconc CEqconc DKcEqconc A

How to Evaluate Backward Reaction Rate Constant?

Backward Reaction Rate Constant evaluator uses Backward Reaction Rate Constant = Forward reaction rate constant/Equilibrium Constant to evaluate the Backward Reaction Rate Constant, The Backward reaction rate constant formula is defined as the rate of backward reaction in chemical equilibrium. Backward Reaction Rate Constant is denoted by Kb symbol.

How to evaluate Backward Reaction Rate Constant using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Backward Reaction Rate Constant, enter Forward reaction rate constant (Kf) & Equilibrium Constant (Kc) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Backward Reaction Rate Constant

What is the formula to find Backward Reaction Rate Constant?
The formula of Backward Reaction Rate Constant is expressed as Backward Reaction Rate Constant = Forward reaction rate constant/Equilibrium Constant. Here is an example- 0.003333 = 200000/60000.
How to calculate Backward Reaction Rate Constant?
With Forward reaction rate constant (Kf) & Equilibrium Constant (Kc) we can find Backward Reaction Rate Constant using the formula - Backward Reaction Rate Constant = Forward reaction rate constant/Equilibrium Constant.
Can the Backward Reaction Rate Constant be negative?
Yes, the Backward Reaction Rate Constant, measured in Molar Concentration can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Backward Reaction Rate Constant?
Backward Reaction Rate Constant is usually measured using the Mole per Liter[mol/L] for Molar Concentration. Mole per Cubic Meter[mol/L], Mole per Cubic Millimeter[mol/L], Kilomole per Cubic Meter[mol/L] are the few other units in which Backward Reaction Rate Constant can be measured.
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