Question

State true or false.

Transition state theory postulates that the reacting molecules form unstable intermediates, which are subsequently decomposed to products.

(a) Transition state theory postulates that the reacting molecules form unstable intermediates, which are subsequently decomposed to products.

(b) True

(c) False

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) Transition state theory postulates that the reacting molecules form unstable intermediates, which are subsequently decomposed to products.

Explanation: Transition state theory proposes that reactants form intermediates called activated complex, which then stabilizes by product formation.

A + B → AB* → Products