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Collision Theory Collision theory attempts to explain the results of kinetics experiments in terms of the individual atoms and molecules that are undergoing chemical reaction. Specifically, collision theory explains the temperature dependence of reaction rates, as well as some aspects of the behavior of catalysts. Collision theory recognizes that, for a reaction to take place, at least three conditions must be met: A collision must take place. The participants in the collision must be oriented in such a way that a reaction can take place. A collision must be sufficiently energetic for it to result in a chemical reaction.

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