Kinetics, Acids, Bases, Buffers Flashcards
1
Q
Why does the rate constant depend on temperature?
A
Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy. Particles will only react if they have activation energy,
2
Q
Explain the rate determining step
A
The rate of the slowest step governs the rate of the whole process.
3
Q
How do you work out the rate determining step?
A
Use the order of reaction
4
Q
Half-neutralisation point
A
The point half-way between the zero and the equivalence point.
5
Q
An acidic buffer
A
Made from a mixture of a weak acid and a soluble salt of that acid. It will maintain a pH below 7.
