Which of the following correctly describes any reaction that has reached chemical equilibrium?

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When a reaction reaches chemical equilibrium, it means that the rate of the forward reaction is equal to the rate of the reverse reaction. This does not necessarily mean that the concentrations of the reactants and products are equal, as there may be more of one or the other depending on the specific equilibrium constant for the reaction. Option A is therefore incorrect. Likewise, options C and D are also incorrect because if all of the reactants or products have been fully converted, then the reaction has not reached equilibrium.

Which of the Following Correctly Describes Any Reaction That Has