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Reaction rate depends upon which of the following?

average potential energy
both collision frequency and efficiency
collision efficiency
average kinetic energy

both collision frequency and efficiency

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Did you know that the reaction rate, or the speed at which a chemical reaction occurs, depends on several factors? One important factor is the average kinetic energy, which is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. The higher the average kinetic energy of the reacting particles, the more likely they are to collide and react with each other. Another factor is collision frequency, which refers to how often particles collide with each other. The more frequent the collisions, the higher the reaction rate. Additionally, collision efficiency plays a role in reaction rate. This refers to how effectively the particles colliding with each other result in a reaction. Finally, the average potential energy, which is the energy stored in chemical bonds, can also influence reaction rate. The greater the potential energy, the more likely the particles are to overcome the activation energy barrier and react. In summary, the reaction rate depends on both collision frequency and efficiency, as well as the average kinetic energy and potential energy of the reacting particles.