Which of the following is true of effective collisions?

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Effective collisions are those in which the colliding particles have enough kinetic energy and the correct orientation to break or form bonds. The number of effective collisions determines the rate of a reaction, as only these collisions can lead to a successful reaction. The temperature can affect the number of effective collisions by increasing the kinetic energy of the particles, but this does not necessarily decrease the number of effective collisions. The orientation of the molecules is important for determining whether a collision is effective or not. The number of effective collisions does not determine the phases of the reactants.

Which of the Following Is True of Effective Collisions