Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Rate Of Reaction (Section 2 - No. 14)

What is the effect of grinding a solid reactant into a fine powder on the rate of reaction?
It decreases the rate of reaction.
It increases the rate of reaction.
It has no effect on the rate of reaction.
It only affects the yield.

Explanation

Grinding the solid increases its surface area, leading to a faster reaction rate.

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