Kinetics Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
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What is rate of reaction
A
This is the change in the amount of a reactant or product over time. It describes how fast a reaction is happening
2
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What is collision theory
A
A theory that suggests a reaction won’t take place between 2 particles unless they collide in the right direction and they need to collide with a certain minimum of kinetic energy - activation energy
3
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What is activation energy
A
The minimum amount of energy particles need in order to react. This much energy is needed to break bonds within reactant particles to start a reaction
