Reaction Mechanisms And The Rare Determining Step Flashcards
1
Q
Chemical reactions occur based on a specific _
A
Reaction mechanism
2
Q
The reaction mechanism is a series of steps that allow _ to form the desired product
A
reactants to undergo several reactions
3
Q
Each part of the mechanism shows the point at which binds are broken with molecules and
A
New bonds are formed
4
Q
Each mechanism proceeds at its own rate of reaction, which _
A
Determines the overall rate of reaction of the process
5
Q
The overall rate of reaction must equal
A
Sum of each mechanism’s rate of reaction
6
Q
The rate-determining step of the reaction will determine _
A
The reaction rate of the overall reaction
7
Q
Rate determining step is the _ within the overall chemical reaction
A
Slowest mechanism (reaction)
