Chemistry And Collision Theory
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The hypothesis of the collision theory was introduced to the world by William Lewis and Mark Trautz in the year 1916. |
The hypothesis states why various chemical reactions occur and why the reaction rate is different for all the chemical reactions. It basically states not all the chemical reactions are the same and not all the particles of the element participate in the reaction.The theory states only few particles are enough to bring about a reaction in which some desired products are formed at the end of the reaction.
Actually the collision theory explains how a chemical reaction occurs and all the factors contributing to a reaction. It explains about the minor details which can enhance or hamper the reaction. The basic idea behind this theory is that for any kind of chemical reaction to take place, there should be collision between the particles of the reactants. It states that only few particles of the element during the collision have enough energy to come together and give rise to a new product.
Though the entire element is subjected to reaction only few particles derive enough energy to react. Only those molecules participate in the reaction which has enough energy and appropriate orientation. The desired energy and the right angle would help break the previous bonds and create new one thereby resulting in new product. The required energy for a molecule to bring about a reaction is known as activation energy.
The theory also states various factors which impact the reaction. It says that if the energy of one of the reactant is enough about a reaction, but the other reactant has low energy then the reaction process would be slow. Increase in temperature helps the speed of the reaction. Besides the collision theory states various other factors.
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