3.5.1 - Determining Activation Energy from Two Temperatures
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What does activation energy represent?
💡 Hint: Think about the energy needed to start a reaction.
What is the relationship between temperature and reaction rate according to the Arrhenius equation?
💡 Hint: Consider the kinetic energy of molecules.
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What does activation energy (Ea) signify in a chemical reaction?
💡 Hint: Consider the barrier that must be overcome for conversion.
True or False: A higher activation energy leads to a faster reaction rate.
💡 Hint: Think about energy vs. speed.
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You measure k1 = 0.5 s⁻¹ at 290 K and k2 = 1.0 s⁻¹ at 310 K. Calculate the activation energy Ea.
💡 Hint: Convert T1 and T2 to Kelvin if needed and check your logs.
Compare the effects of temperature changes on reactions with low vs. high activation energy.
💡 Hint: Consider energy distribution and collision theory.
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