Effects of Heat on Reaction Rates

Key Concepts

• Heat and Particle Movement

  • Applying heat to a reaction mixture increases the kinetic energy of the particles.
  • Particles move faster when heated.

• Energy and Collisions

  • Faster moving particles have more energy.
  • Increased energy leads to a greater likelihood of collisions between particles.

• Impact on Reaction Rate

  • More collisions result in an increased reaction rate.
  • Heat effectively speeds up reaction processes by enhancing particle interactions.