Collision Theory
Chemistry · JC 1 · Reaction Kinetics · Semester 2

Collision Theory

Explain reaction rates based on collision frequency, energy, and orientation.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesMOE: Reaction Kinetics - JC1

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Explain reaction rates based on collision frequency, energy, and orientation.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze how collision frequency, effective collisions, and activation energy influence reaction rate.
  2. Explain why not all collisions between reactant particles lead to a reaction?
  3. Predict the effect of changing concentration or temperature on collision frequency.

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