Chemical Kinetics Flashcards
1
Q
How does temperature affect the rate of a reaction?
A
The higher the temp = the more kinetic energy = the more molecules collide that get to Eact
2
Q
By adding a catalyst, how does it affect the rate of a reaction?
A
A catalyst will decrease the Eact by stabilizing the transition state.
3
Q
Increasing the volume by adding solvent affect the rate of a reaction by?
A
Decreasing the concentration of the reactants which decreases the rate of the reaction.
4
Q
When is the intermediate at its highest possible concentration?
A
Just after the start of the reaction and before the rate determining step in a reaction.
