Rate of Reaction (AQA GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Flashcards

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Collision theory
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What does collision theory explain?

How conditions affect reaction rates

Two conditions for a successful reaction

Particles must collide AND have enough energy

Minimum energy needed for a reaction

Activation energy

Two ways to increase reaction rate

Increase collision frequency or particle energy

How to increase collision frequency

Increase concentration, pressure, or temperature

Main factor affecting particle energy

Temperature

Effect of doubling concentration on particle number

Number of particles doubles

Effect of doubling concentration on collision rate

Collision frequency doubles

Effect of doubling concentration on reaction rate

Reaction rate doubles

Do all collisions cause reactions?

No, only a small number do

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