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True or False: Chemical reactions occur faster at higher

temperatures because raising the temperature lowers the activation
energy for the reaction.

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Answer:

This is False

Step-by-step explanation:

Generally, the factor that lowers the activation energy of a reaction is the use of a catalyst. Factors such as temperature and concentration of the reactants affect the rate of reaction but not the activation energy of the reaction. (I think)

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