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Topic plan · A-Level Chemistry 9701 · Topic 8

Reaction kinetics

Collision theory, the Boltzmann distribution, activation energy and catalysis. Why a small rise in temperature makes such a large difference to rate.

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Unit at a glance

3 lessons, 135 minutes of teaching

Lessons
3, each planned for 45 minutes
Worksheets
3 with answer keys
Quiz questions
24 multiple-choice, assignable in the app
Lab
Reaction kinetics lab
Scheme of work

The lessons in order

RefLesson packStructureWorksheetQuizLab tab
8.1Rate of reaction
Some reactions are over in a flash; others take years.		Think-Pair-Share6 Q, 13 marks8 MCQtab 1, tab 3, tab 5
8.2The Boltzmann distribution and activation energy
In any gas some molecules crawl and a few race.		Mix-Pair-Share6 Q, 13 marks8 MCQtab 2
8.3Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis
A catalyst does not push molecules harder; it finds them an easier path.		Jigsaw6 Q, 15 marks8 MCQtab 4

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