MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #999

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #999

1. Question 1

   Q1. During a chemical reaction, the transition state...

   • A) Is a stable intermediate
   • B) Has lower energy than the reactants
   • C) Represents the highest energy point on the reaction pathway
   • D) Forms only in catalyzed reactions

   Answer: Represents the highest energy point on the reaction pathway

   Explanation: Transition states have maximum energy by definition. Option A fails because they are unstable, not stable intermediates.