alleryStart learning →Two solids react very slowly. Which step speeds the reaction up?
ACooling them, using big lumps
BHeating and powdering them
CKeeping them far apart
DCoating them in thick oil
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Heating and powdering them
Heat and a larger contact surface from fine powder increase the rate of a solid-state reaction.
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