Asked by Pareet Chattrath Parneet on Jun 17, 2024
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Why are reactions in the liquid state usually slower than those in the solid state?
A) Because they have less surface area upon which the reaction can occur
B) Because the particles possess less kinetic energy in the liquid state
C) Because powders and other solids have numerous reaction sites
D) None of the above. Reactions in the solid state are generally slower.
Surface Area
The total area that the surface of an object occupies, impacting its chemical reactivity and physical interactions.
Kinetic Energy
The energy possessed by an object due to its motion, calculated as one half the mass times the velocity squared.
Reaction Sites
Specific regions on a molecule where a chemical reaction occurs or is facilitated.
- Familiarize oneself with the linkage between reaction speed and the environmental factors, namely temperature and concentration.
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Zybrea KnightJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Reactions in the solid state are generally slower than those in the liquid state because solids have less surface area exposed for reaction and the particles are not as free to move and react with each other as they are in the liquid state.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the linkage between reaction speed and the environmental factors, namely temperature and concentration.