The Activation Energy of a Reaction Refers to the Minimum

question 7

Multiple Choice

The activation energy of a reaction refers to the minimum amount of energy

• A) released by the reaction.
• B) in the reactants.
• C) in the products.
• D) necessary to cause a reaction to proceed on its own.
• E) difference between the energy of the reactants and the energy of the products.

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Definitions:

Electrodes

Conductive materials that allow the flow of electric current in and out of devices such as batteries or sensors.

Dysrhythmia

An abnormality in a physiological rhythm, particularly in the pattern of electrical activity of the heart.

P Waves

The waveform seen on an electrocardiogram that represents the depolarization of the atria of the heart.

Atrial Fibrillation

A common type of heart arrhythmia characterized by rapid and irregular beating of the upper chambers of the heart, leading to an increased risk of stroke and heart failure.