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In a reaction mechanism, what is an intermediate?

Practice Questions

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In a reaction mechanism, what is an intermediate?
  1. A reactant that is consumed in the final product
  2. A product that is formed and then consumed
  3. A catalyst that speeds up the reaction
  4. A transition state of the reaction

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In a reaction mechanism, what is an intermediate?
  • Step 1: Understand that a reaction mechanism is a series of steps that describe how a chemical reaction occurs.
  • Step 2: Identify that during these steps, some substances are created and then used up.
  • Step 3: Recognize that an intermediate is one of these substances that is formed in the middle of the reaction.
  • Step 4: Note that intermediates are not present in the final result of the reaction because they are consumed in later steps.
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