COLLISION THEORY

Cards (2)

  • WHAT IS COLLISION THEORY?
    • for a reaction to take place between two molecules they must collide with enough energy to break bonds
    • collision must also occur between parts of molecule that are going to react together (orientation)
    • for a fast reaction, plenty of rapidly moving particles in a small volume are required
  • WHAT IS ACTIVATION ENERGY?
    minimum energy needed to start a reaction (Ea)