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The correct answer is Option B - A state where the concentrations of reactants and products remain constant with time
This describes a dynamic equilibrium in a closed system, where forward and reverse changes continue but balance each other.
At equilibrium the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal, and as a result the concentrations remain constant with time.
Equilibrium does not mean the reactions have stopped; microscopic conversion of reactants to products and products to reactants continues, but with no net change in concentrations.
The amounts of reactants and products at equilibrium are not necessarily equal; their relative values depend on the equilibrium constant.
Kc = [C]c[D]d / [A]a[B]b
If Kc > 1, products are favored at equilibrium; if Kc < 1, reactants are favored. This shows equal concentrations are not required for equilibrium.
Therefore, Option B is the correct description of chemical equilibrium.