Equal masses of calcium trioxocarbonate(iv) were added to dilute hydrochloric acid at the temperature specified. Under which of the following conditions would the reaction be slowest?
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Calcium trioxocarbonate ( iv ) chips a 20°C
- CalcIum trioxocarbonate (IV) chips at 40°C
- Calcium trioxocarbonate (IV) powder at 20'C
- Calcium trioxocarbonate (IV) powder at 40'C
The correct answer is: A
Explanation
- Increasing the surface area of a reactant increases the frequency of collisions and increases the reaction rate.
- Chips have a lower surface area compared to powder, so it accounts for the slowest