Kinetic stability refers to the resistance of a chemical species to change or react under given conditions due to high activation energy barriers, even if the change is thermodynamically favorable. It highlights the importance of reaction kinetics over thermodynamics in determining the persistence of a species in a particular state.

Kinetic Stability

Kinetic stability

A chemical species is a specific form of an element or compound, defined by its molecular composition, structure, and energy state, which determines its chemical behavior. Understanding chemical species is crucial for predicting reactions, interactions, and properties of substances in various environments.

chemical species

activation energy barriers

thermodynamically favorable

Reaction kinetics is the study of the rates at which chemical processes occur and the factors that influence these rates. It provides insights into the mechanisms of reactions, allowing for the prediction and control of reaction behavior in various conditions.

reaction kinetics

Thermodynamics is the branch of physics that deals with the relationships between heat, work, temperature, and energy. It is fundamental in understanding how energy is transferred in physical systems and the limitations of energy conversion processes.

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