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A-LevelChemistryReaction kineticsOct/Nov 2024Paper 1 Q161 Mark

The Boltzmann distribution for a mixture of gases capable of reaction is shown. The two curves represent the mixture of gases at 25°C and at 35°C. The activation energies for the catalysed and uncatalysed reactions are shown. [Figure showing Boltzmann distribution curves with Ea catalysed, Ea uncatalysed, and shaded regions w, x, y, z] Which row is correct?

Aw+x+y+z z
Bw+x+y+z x+z
Cy + z z
Dy + z x+z

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This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Chemistry (9701) Oct/Nov 2024 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Reaction kinetics and is worth 1 mark.

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