Activation Energy Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is a Transition state?
A
high-energ state; unstable; reactant molecules quickly proceed to next step of chemical reaction
- reaction always at higher energy than reactants of products, such that the activation energy has a positive value no matter if it is an endergonic or exergonic reaction
2
Q
What is a catalysis?
A
process of speeding up a reaction by reducing its activation energy
3
Q
What is an example of a catalyst?
A
enzymes
