Try each question before opening its hint or answer. Use paper for calculations and diagrams.
Question 1
Does crushing 2 g of marble create more particles in total? Explain the rate change.
Need a hint for Question 1?
Build the explanation from number per volume or exposed surface to collision frequency.
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No. It exposes more surface particles, so successful collisions at the solid surface occur more frequently.
Question 2
Explain why increasing acid concentration increases rate at the same temperature.
Need a hint for Question 2?
Consider the number of reacting particles per unit volume.
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More reactant particles per unit volume cause more frequent successful collisions.
Question 3
A gas mixture is compressed at constant temperature. Explain why it reacts faster.
Need a hint for Question 3?
At constant temperature, focus on collision frequency rather than energy.
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Particles are closer together, so collisions and successful collisions occur more frequently.
Use Lesson 2 in your worksheet for written practice. Your teacher will discuss those answers in class.