Which statement best describes the properties of the activation energy of a reaction? — Kinetics Chemistry Question
Question
Which statement best describes the properties of the activation energy of a reaction?
A.
It increases in the presence of a catalyst.
B.
It decreases with increasing temperature.
C.✓ Correct
It must be larger than the energy change for forming any intermediates in the reaction.
D.
It must be positive for endothermic reactions and negative for exothermic reactions.
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