5.6.2 - Graphical Determination of Activation Energy

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the Arrhenius equation?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the relationship between rate constant and temperature.

Question 2

Easy

What does the activation energy (Ea) indicate?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what is necessary for reactants to interact successfully.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the Arrhenius equation relate?

  • Activation energy to temperature
  • Rate constant to pressure
  • Temperature to volume

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on what variables are intertwined in chemical kinetics.

Question 2

True or False: A higher activation energy leads to faster reactions.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how the energy requirements change with higher barriers.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that the slope of a ln(k) vs. 1/T plot is -2500 K, what is the activation energy for the reaction?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the relationship between the slope and activation energy.

Question 2

If the Arrhenius constant for a reaction is found to be 1.5 x 10^10 s^-1, and the activation energy is 50 kJ/mol, what is the rate constant at 298K?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Ensure all units are consistent, particularly conversion for Ea.

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