Chapter 12, Problem 30QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The energy diagram that shows an increase in the rate of reaction with or without a catalyst is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Energy diagrams are the diagrams that show the potential energies of reactants, transition state, and products as reaction proceeds with time.

For an exothermic reaction, the reactants are drawn above the products because their energy is greater. For the endothermic reaction, the reactants are drawn below the products.