Chemistry

Chemistry

Problem

A reaction has ΔG∘=−45 kJ mol−1\Delta G^\circ = -45\,\text{kJ mol}^{-1}, yet the mixture shows no measurable conversion after several hours at 25 °C. Using the information that the peak of its energy profile is far above the reactants, explain why the process is said to be under kinetic control.

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