Chemical Reactions

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A process where reactants transform into products through the breaking and forming of chemical bonds.

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What is chemical equilibrium?

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A state in a reversible reaction where the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the backward reaction.

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What is a reversible reaction?

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A reaction that can proceed in both forward and backward directions.

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What is an endothermic reaction?

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A reaction that absorbs heat from the surroundings.

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What is an exothermic reaction?

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A reaction that releases heat to the surroundings.

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What role does energy play in chemical reactions?

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Energy helps in the formation and breaking of bonds and increases the chances of reactants colliding.

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What is carbonic acid used for?

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To remove excess carbon dioxide from the bloodstream and to form carbonated drinks.

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What is the law of conservation of mass?

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In a chemical reaction, mass is neither created nor destroyed; it is conserved.

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What is activation energy?

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The minimum energy required for a chemical reaction to occur.

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What is a catalyst?

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A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.