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When you have a higher concentration of elements in the reaction you are no matter what speed going to have a faster reaction taking place however the lower the concentration it is the more time it will take for the reaction to take place this process is similar to pressure as it reflects how the more of it there is the faster the reaction will be and how if there is less of it the slower the reaction will be. (related to the Collision Theory)

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How does collision theory relate to equilibrium?

Collision theory is when mollecules must collide with one another in order to cause a reaction. In a succesful collision, old bonds are broken as new bonds are formed. Equilibrium is a state in which forces cancel one another.


The collision theory states that in order for a reaction to occur the particles must come together and collide with each other with enough to break the bonds and form new ones?

Yes, that's correct. According to the collision theory, for a reaction to occur, the reacting particles must collide with sufficient energy (activation energy) and with proper orientation in order to break the bonds in the reactants and form new bonds to create the products. Effective collisions result in successful reactions.


What is the relation between Arrhenius theory and Vaunt Hoffa equation?

Arrhenius theory explains the temperature dependence of reaction rates in terms of activation energy, while Van't Hoff equation relates the equilibrium constant of a reaction to temperature changes. Both concepts involve the role of temperature in affecting the behavior of chemical reactions, with Arrhenius theory focusing on reaction rates and activation energy, while Van't Hoff equation focuses on equilibrium constants.


Why does heat speed up a chemical reaction?

It provides energy to overcome the activation energy.


If the concentration of reactants is higher?

The rate of the forward reaction will increase if the concentration of the reactants is increased.This is explained by collision theory. When there are more molecules in a given space (a higher concentration) with the same energy, the molecules will collide more frequently, since they will move about randomly and are more likely to hit one another if there are more of them around and less empty space. A reaction requires a collision, so more collisions in a given amount of time will lead to more molecules reacting in that time, giving a higher rate of reaction overall (in the forward direction).

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When talking about physical science what is the collision theory?

Collision theory is an instance of reaction kinetics. It serves as occurences of the topic map.


When will a collision lead to a chemical reaction?

When the collision is hard and fast enough. Increasing the kinetic energy will increase the likelihood of hard and fast collisions, which will ultimately increase the rate of the reaction. (This is called collision theory.)


What is collision theory?

The collision theory is when atoms, molecules or ions bash together or collide together. Collision theory states that the rate of a reaction may be increased by : increasing pressure; raising the amount of heat energy; raising the concentration of the reactant and by introducing a catalyst.


According to the collision theory what are the two ways to make a reaction go faster?

To make a reaction go faster according to the collision theory, you can either increase the frequency of collisions between reactant particles by raising the temperature or increasing the concentration of reactants, or increase the energy of collisions by raising the temperature of the reaction.


How does the collision theory work?

The collision theory explains that for a reaction to occur, reactant molecules must collide with sufficient energy and proper orientation. These collisions lead to the formation of an activated complex, which then proceeds to form products. Increasing the frequency and energy of collisions can enhance the reaction rate.


What factors the collision theory?

The collision theory states that for a chemical reaction to occur, reactant molecules must collide with sufficient energy and proper orientation. Factors that can influence reaction rates according to this theory include temperature (increased temperature increases the kinetic energy of molecules), concentration of reactants (higher concentrations lead to more collisions), and the presence of a catalyst (which can lower the activation energy required for the reaction).


What are two components of collision theory?

Two components of collision theory are the activation energy, which is the minimum energy required for a reaction to occur, and the orientation of reactant molecules, which dictates the proper alignment needed for effective collisions to take place.


What are the principles of collision theory?

Collision theory states that for a reaction to occur, particles must collide with sufficient energy and proper orientation. The rate of a reaction is directly proportional to the number of collisions per unit time with enough energy to overcome the activation energy barrier. Increasing temperature, concentration, and surface area can increase the rate of collisions and thus the rate of reaction.


What is the collision theory and how does it relates to reaction rates?

it depends on how high or low the reactant is on the temperature.


Molecules involved in a chemical reaction must collide to react What is this concept called?

This concept is called collision theory. It states that in order for a chemical reaction to occur, reactant molecules must collide with enough energy and proper orientation.


How do catalysts affect collision theory?

A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a reaction without being used up. Some catalysts work by giving the the reacting particles a surface to stick to where they can make contact which increases the amount of collisions between the particles. Therefore a catalyst effects collision theory by speeding up a reaction.


Are all collisions effective?

No, not all collisions are effective. In chemical reactions, collisions need to occur with enough energy and proper orientation for the reaction to take place. Ineffective collisions do not result in a chemical reaction.