Activation Energy in Synthesis Reactions
A student combines elemental sodium (Na) and chlorine gas (Cl₂) in a sealed container at room temperature to produce sodium chloride (NaCl). The observed yield is significantly lower than the theoretical maximum. Which of the following best explains this result?
A
Failed to provide sufficient activation energy
B
Used an excess of chlorine gas
C
Conducted the reaction at too low a temperature
D
Incorrectly balanced the chemical equation
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