Factors Affecting Rate of Reaction

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What is the effect of increasing the concentration of a solution on the rate of reaction?

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Increasing the concentration of a solution increases the rate of reaction.

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Where does a chemical reaction occur in an experiment involving baking soda and vinegar?

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A chemical reaction occurs when baking soda and vinegar come into contact.

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How does the amount of hydrogen peroxide affect the foam produced in the elephant toothpaste experiment?

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More hydrogen peroxide increases the size and intensity of the foam.

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What factors affect the rate of reaction in the steel wool and oxygen experiment?

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Concentration and surface area affect 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 chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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What is the role of temperature in chemical reactions?

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Increasing temperature generally increases the rate of reaction by providing more energy to the reactants.

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What is surface area and how does it affect reaction rates?

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Surface area refers to the exposed area of a reactant; greater surface area increases the rate of reaction.

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What is the effect of pressure on gas reactions?

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Increasing pressure increases the rate of reaction for gases by forcing the molecules closer together.

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What are inhibitors?

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Inhibitors are substances that decrease the rate of a chemical reaction.

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What is the collision theory?

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Collision theory states that for a reaction to occur, reactant particles must collide with sufficient energy and proper orientation.