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Although the reaction below is spontaneous, it does not proceed at a measurable rate at low...

Although the reaction below is spontaneous, it does not proceed at a measurable rate at low temperatures. Which statement(s) can account for this?

3 H2 (g) + N2 (g) → 2 NH3 (g)

1. The frequency of collisions at low temperatures is reduced.

2. The activation energy at low temperatures is reduced.

3. The average energy of collisions at low temperatures is reduced.

a.

1 and 3 only

b.

1 only

c.

1 and 2 only

d.

2 and 3 only

e.

1, 2, and 3

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