Investigating the Factors That Impact Reaction Rate
A reaction rate is the speed with which a chemical reacts. There are many factors that can affect the reaction rate, such as reactant concentrations and temperature. The following article will discuss the factors that influence the rate of reaction. The Reactant Concentrations
Reaction rate can be affected by the reactant concentrations. According to a study published in 2016 by Zhang and Pang, increasing the concentration of the reactants can lead to an increased reaction rate (Zhang & Pang, 2016). A higher concentration means that more particles collide, leading to an increase in the rate.
Temperature;
The rate of chemical reactions is affected by temperature. In general, increasing the temperature of a reaction increases the reaction rate (Zhang & Pang, 2016). The particles move more quickly and have more energy at higher temperatures. This results in more particles colliding, leading to a higher reaction rate.
Pressure;
The reaction rate can be affected by pressure. In general, increasing the pressure of a reaction can increase the reaction rate (Kumar & Bhatia, 2021). High pressures make it more difficult for particles to move and increase the chance of particles colliding. The result is a higher reaction rate. Cont….