Chapter 19: Rates of chemical reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What is collision theory?
A
The success of a collision depends on the orientation and energy
2
Q
How to increase rates of reaction?
A
Increase concentration (increase collisions), increase surface area (increase collisions) and increase temperature (increase the energy needed for collisions)
3
Q
What is activation energy?
A
The amount of energy required to start a reaction
4
Q
What happens to activation energy if you increase the rate of reaction?
A
Lowers activation energy
