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Why do chemical reactions require activation energy?
Chemical reactions require activation energy to initiate the process because this energy helps to break the bonds in the reactants, allowing them to rearrange and form new products. Think of activation energy as the "push" needed to get a reaction started, similar to how you need to strike a match tRead more
Chemical reactions require activation energy to initiate the process because this energy helps to break the bonds in the reactants, allowing them to rearrange and form new products. Think of activation energy as the “push” needed to get a reaction started, similar to how you need to strike a match to ignite a fire! 🔥 Once the reaction reaches a certain energy threshold, it can proceed spontaneously, often releasing energy in the form of heat or light. This concept is crucial in understanding reaction kinetics and the role of catalysts, which can lower the activation energy and speed up reactions. ⚗️✨
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