Chapter 11, Problem 8CO

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To explain how to calculate the activation energy E_afrom experimental data.

Concept Introduction:

At molecular level, thermal energy is related to motion. Any increase in temperature results in the molecules moving faster, more vigorous collisions. This enhances the chances of bond cleavages and rearrangement of atoms with new bond formation. The neutral molecules involved in the reactions have to absorb energy to stretch, bend or distort bonds. This energy is the activation energy of the reaction.