What Information Can Be Extracted from Arrhenius Plots?
Arrhenius plots are invaluable for determining two critical parameters in catalysis: - Activation Energy (\( E_a \)): The slope of the Arrhenius plot allows for the calculation of the activation energy, which indicates the energy barrier that must be overcome for the reaction to occur. - Pre-exponential Factor (\( A \)): The y-intercept of the plot gives the pre-exponential factor, which is related to the frequency of collisions and the orientation of reactant molecules.
