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What role does the spark from the igniter play in the reaction that takes place when propane is burned in a gas grill?

a
The spark provides enough energy to break the bonds of the product molecules and get the reaction started.
b
The spark provides enough energy to stop the reaction.
c
The spark provides enough energy to break the bonds of the reacting molecules and get the reaction started.
d
The spark cools down the reaction.

User Jbryer
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A because the spark is the catalyst for the reaxtion.
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The spark provides enough energy to break the bonds of reacting molecules and get the reaction started.
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