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Question 52 of 164 in Rates of Reaction

Changing the surface area of the reactants

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Which change will increase the rate of a reaction between a solid and a liquid most effectively?

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Correct option: Grinding the solid into a powder.

Common mistakes: Choosing stirring or temperature decrease.

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B1 · 1 mark · Selects the correct option: 'Grinding the solid into a powder.'

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Grinding a solid increases its surface area, making the reaction faster.

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