5 Questions
According to the collision theory, a chemical reaction takes place only by collisions between the reacting species.
True
Not all collisions between reactants are effective.
True
The rate of the reaction depends on the frequency of collisions.
True
The speed of a reaction is inversely proportional to the rate of reactant collisions.
False
For collisions to be successful, reacting particles must collide with sufficient energy and proper orientation.
True
Study Notes
Collision Theory
- Chemical reactions occur as a result of collisions between reacting species.
- Not all collisions between reactants lead to a reaction, only effective collisions result in a reaction.
- The frequency of collisions affects the rate of the reaction, with a higher frequency resulting in a faster reaction.
- The speed of a reaction is inversely proportional to the rate of reactant collisions, meaning slower collisions result in a faster reaction.
- For a collision to be successful, reacting particles must collide with sufficient energy, known as the activation energy.
- Additionally, reacting particles must collide with the proper orientation, ensuring that the molecules are aligned correctly for a reaction to occur.
Test your knowledge of the collision theory in chemical kinetics with this quiz. Learn about the requirements for productive collisions between reacting molecules and their effect on reaction rate.
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