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Which phrase defines activation energy?(1 point)
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energy input needed to break bonds of reactants
energy input needed to break bonds of reactants

energy stored in chemical bonds
energy stored in chemical bonds

energy required to break a chemical bond
energy required to break a chemical bond

energy output when product bonds are formed

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
energy input needed to break bonds of reactants

Explanation: activation energy is the minimum energy required to start a reaction (to reach the transition state), which often involves breaking reactant bonds.