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What is defined as the minimum energy that particles need to react?
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Topic
Exothermic and endothermic reactions
Question
- A. Activation energy
- B. Kinetic energy
- C. Potential energy
- D. Thermal energy
Answer
Activation energy
Explanation
Activation energy is the minimum energy required for reactants to collide and undergo a chemical reaction.
Common mistake
Confusing Activation Energy
Students often confuse activation energy with the overall energy change of a reaction.
Remember that activation energy is the minimum energy required for particles to react, while overall energy change refers to the difference in energy between reactants and products.
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