Equal masses of calcium trioxocarbonate(iv) were added to dilute hydrochloric acid at the temperature specified. Under which of the following conditions would the reaction be slowest?
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
- Increasing the surface area of a reactant increases the frequency of collisions and increases the reaction rate.
- Chips have a lower surface area compared to powder, so it accounts for the slowest
- Increasing the surface area of a reactant increases the frequency of collisions and increases the reaction rate.
- Chips have a lower surface area compared to powder, so it accounts for the slowest