Question

The illustration depicts possible routes of collisions in the reaction CH2CH2 + HCl CH3CH2Cl. Which of the following statements is true?

A. The chlorine atom does not participate in the reaction.

B. The hydrogen atom does not participate in the reaction.

C. The speed of the collision is essential.

D. The orientation of the reactants is critical.

***my answer; D

is that right? @thomaster

attached drawing inside :)

Answer 1

I think you're right. Since chlorine and hydrogen both participate in the reaction.
speed is not essential

Answer 2

ahh okay! thank you :)