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Which of the following generally speed up a reaction?

Check all that apply.


A. Increasing the activation energy

B. Removing any catalysts

C. Adding more heat

D. Shaking the container holding the reaction

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Answer:C & D

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

C and D

Step-by-step explanation:

A. When you increase the activation energy, the reaction will be slowed down.

The energies that a certain number of molecules have to be equal to or greater than the activation energy so that a chemical reaction can occur. If we increase the activation energy, it is harder for the reaction to occur.

B. Catalysts play a role in lowering activation energy for a reaction to occur more easily. Hence, removing catalysts is not a way to speed up a reaction.

C. Adding more heat or D. Shaking the container holding the reaction are two options that can help the molecules contact one another more frequently, thereby facilitating the occurrence of reactions.

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