Question

select the correct answer. what is the effect of high activation energy on a chemical reaction? a. it reduces the potential energy of the reactants. b. it reduces the potential energy of the products. c. it makes the reaction produce more energy. d. it makes the reaction harder to start. e. it makes the reaction endothermic.

Explanation:

Activation energy is the minimum energy required for a chemical reaction to occur. High activation energy means more energy is needed to initiate the reaction, making it harder to start. It does not directly affect the potential energy of reactants or products, nor does it determine if a reaction is endothermic or how much energy the reaction produces.

Answer:

D. It makes the reaction harder to start