Question

what branch of chemistry studies the rates of chemical reactions and the factors influencing those rates?
a. thermodynamics
b. quantum chemistry
c. chemical kinetics
d. electrochemistry

Explanation:

Thermodynamics deals with energy and heat - related aspects. Quantum chemistry focuses on the application of quantum mechanics to chemical systems. Electrochemistry is about chemical reactions involving electricity. Chemical kinetics specifically studies the rates of chemical reactions and factors affecting them.

Answer:

C. Chemical Kinetics