In the Collision Theory of Reaction Rates, the Rate Constant

question 72

Essay

In the collision theory of reaction rates, the rate constant for a bimolecular reaction can be written as
k = zpexp(-E_a/RT)
In one sentence each, clearly explain the physical meaning (interpretation) of the following three factors which appear in the above expression:
a. z
b. p
c. exp(-E_a/RT)

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