Chapter 8, Problem 9P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason corresponding to the fact that the activation energy of a reaction does not appear in the final $\Delta G$ of the reaction is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The rate of reaction is influenced by the nature of reactants, the concentration of reactants, temperature and the presence of catalysts in a reaction. The activation energy $\left(E_{\text{a}}\right)$ is the minimum energy that is required to convert the reactants into products.