In Order for a Reaction to Proceed Past the Transition

question 97

Multiple Choice

In order for a reaction to proceed past the transition state, the reaction must overcome what energy barrier?

• A) equilibrium
• B) the law of mass action
• C) kinetic energy
• D) the activation energy barrier
• E) potential energy

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