"Being in the right place...can be the most powerful factor of all in determining how fast a reaction goes." In terms of reaction rate theory,this statement refers to the ________ for a reaction.

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The probability factor, or collision frequency, is affected by the concentration of reactants and their physical properties. Being in the right place would increase the likelihood of successful collisions and therefore increase the reaction rate. The other factors mentioned (energy factor, resonance effect, inductive effect) have some impact on reaction rates but are not as directly affected by being in the right place.

"Being in the Right Place