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Chemistry Chemical Kinetics General Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

During decomposition of an activated complex:

A
Energy is always released.
B
Energy is always absorbed.
C
Energy does not change.
D
Reactants may be formed.

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When the reactant molecules collide each other they lead to formation of an activated

complex. It has highest energy among reactants, products and activated complex. When it decomposes to give product, energy is released and stability of product increases. Since, the entire concentration of activated complex do not convert into products while, some activated complex may give reactants also.

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