Collision Theory and Activation Energy
Understanding how reactant particles must collide with sufficient energy and correct orientation to react.
Key Questions
- Explain the basic principles of collision theory.
- Describe the role of activation energy in a chemical reaction.
- Analyze how increasing temperature affects the number of effective collisions.
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