OCR A Level Chemistry A

OCR A Level Chemistry A Reaction Rates and Equilibrium Exam Questions

Free OCR A Level Chemistry A exam questions on Reaction Rates and Equilibrium, with mark schemes. Covers collision theory, catalysts, Boltzmann distributions, dynamic equilibrium, Le Chatelier and Kc.

Reaction Rates and Equilibrium exam questions

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About OCR A Level Chemistry A Reaction Rates and Equilibrium

This topic covers rates and equilibrium.

What you need to know

  • Collision theory Concentration, pressure and temperature effects.
  • Boltzmann distribution Explaining temperature and catalyst effects.
  • Equilibrium Le Chatelier's principle.
  • Kc Writing and calculating Kc.

Common mistakes in Reaction Rates and Equilibrium

  • Saying catalysts shift equilibrium.
  • Mislabelling Boltzmann axes.
  • Forgetting Kc changes only with temperature.

Try three Reaction Rates and Equilibrium exam-style questions

1. Explain how a catalyst increases rate. (2 marks)

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Provides an alternative route with lower activation energy (1), so more particles have enough energy (1).

2. State the effect of increasing pressure on N₂ + 3H₂ ⇌ 2NH₃. (1 mark)

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Equilibrium shifts right.

3. Define dynamic equilibrium. (1 mark)

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Forward and reverse rates are equal and concentrations constant.

Reaction Rates and Equilibrium FAQs

What does this topic cover?

Rates, Boltzmann distributions and equilibrium.

Which practical links here?

Measuring reaction rates.

Why does temperature affect rate so much?

Many more particles exceed activation energy.