Unit 5: Kinetics

Unit 5: Kinetics in AP Chemistry explores the rate of chemical reactions and the factors that influence them. Key topics include reaction rate laws, rate constants, reaction mechanisms, and the collision theory of molecular interactions. Students learn to analyze experimental data, interpret concentration vs. time graphs, and understand how temperature, catalysts, and reactant concentration affect reaction rates. This unit provides essential insights into the dynamic nature of chemical processes and their practical applications.