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When a weak acid is said to be in equilibrium, it means that the acid is only slightly dissociates and will readily undergo reverse reaction. This readiness to undergo reverse reaction is denoted by two arrows which face opposite direction. When a weak acid is added to water, a homogeneous equilibrium forms in which aqueous acid molecules react with liquid water to form aqueous hydronium ion and aqueous anions.