Rate of Reaction

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What is the rate of reaction?

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The rate of reaction refers to how fast a chemical reaction occurs.

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What happens to the rate of reaction when the temperature increases?

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The rate of reaction increases because the particles move faster.

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How does increasing concentration affect the rate of reaction?

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Increasing concentration increases the frequency of particle collisions, leading to a faster reaction.

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What is one way to slow down a chemical reaction?

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Placing the reactants in an ice bath can slow down a chemical reaction.

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What factors can increase the rate of a reaction?

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Increasing temperature, increasing concentration, and increasing surface area can all increase the rate of a reaction.

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What is activation energy?

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Activation energy is the minimum energy required for a chemical reaction to occur.

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How does surface area affect the rate of reaction?

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Increasing the surface area of reactants allows more collisions to occur, increasing the rate of reaction.

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What is a catalyst?

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A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the process.

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Why do reactions occur faster at higher temperatures?

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Reactions occur faster at higher temperatures because the particles have more energy and collide more frequently.

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What is the effect of pressure on the rate of reaction for gases?

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Increasing pressure increases the concentration of gas particles, leading to more frequent collisions and a faster reaction.