Sketch a potential energy versus reaction coordinates diagram for the following reaction:
On the graph, indicate the:
(a) Intermediates
(b) enthalpy of reaction
(c) energy of activation
(d) transition states
(a) the activated complex
Use the following data to approximate the potential energy diagram.
bond bond dissociation energy, kJ/mol
C-H 413
Br-Br 192
C-Br 280
H-Br 364