Question

question 7 (1 point)
consider the potential energy diagram below, which represents a chemical reaction with a multistep reaction mechanism.
which letters represent reaction intermediates?
c and d
b
b and c
a and d

Explanation:

• Reaction intermediates are formed during the reaction and then consumed. On a potential - energy diagram, they are represented by the minima (low - energy points) that are not the reactants (A) or the final products (D).
• Point B is a local minimum (a valley) between two peaks (transition states). Point C is also a local minimum. These are the species that are formed and then react further in the multistep reaction mechanism.

Answer:

C. B and C