Why does raising temperature generally increase the rate of a chemical reaction? a It causes particles to become lighter and more likely to change form. b It causes particles to skip the transition state before forming products. c It causes particles to move more slowly so they can stick together. d It causes particles to collide more often and with more kinetic energy.

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Armando

9 July, 22:12

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Micah Macdonald · Answer 1

The particles have more kinetic energy, move faster, thus collide more often and can also get over energy barriers more frequently.

Spencer Ferguson · Answer 2

D. It causes particles to collide more often and with more kinetic energy.