Matter in the Plasma State Is Commonly Found in

question 211

Multiple Choice

Matter in the plasma state is commonly found in

• A)dry ice.
• B)molten lava.
• C)the flame of a high-temperature welding torch.
• Compared to solids, liquids, and gases in the universe, plasma is the most
• D)abundant.
• E)rare.
• F)there is no valid estimate at this time.

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Definitions:

Activation Energy

The minimum amount of energy required to initiate a chemical reaction or the energy barrier to the reaction's progress.

Reaction-Energy Diagram

A graphical representation showing the energy of a system as reactants transform into products during a chemical reaction, usually highlighting energy barriers and stable intermediates.

Rate-Limiting

Describes the slowest step in a chemical reaction pathway or process, which determines the overall reaction rate.

Exothermic

A chemical reaction that releases energy by light or heat.