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What is an endothermic reaction?

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An endothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that absorbs energy from its surroundings, usually in the form of heat.

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What happens to particle movement when energy is added to a phase?

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Particles go faster.

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Does increasing the concentration of reactants slow down the reaction?

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No, it does not slow down the reaction; it generally speeds it up.

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Why does a higher temperature increase the rate of a reaction?

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It increases both the frequency and energy of particle collisions.

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What factors can increase the rate of a reaction?

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Increasing temperature and increasing concentration.

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Define activation energy.

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

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What is the difference between an endothermic and exothermic reaction?

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Endothermic reactions absorb energy, while exothermic reactions release energy.

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How does temperature affect particle collisions?

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Higher temperatures increase the frequency and energy of particle collisions.

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What is the role of catalysts in chemical reactions?

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Catalysts speed up reactions by lowering the activation energy without being consumed in the process.

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What is the effect of surface area on reaction rates?

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Increasing the surface area of reactants increases the rate of reaction.