= Reaction mechanisms
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Reaction mechanisms are detailed step-by-step descriptions of the individual processes through which reactants are converted into products in a chemical reaction. These mechanisms outline how chemical bonds are broken and formed, the intermediates that may be produced along the way, and the energy changes that occur throughout the process. Understanding a reaction mechanism is crucial because it provides insights into the dynamics of chemical reactions, helps predict the rate of reaction, and allows chemists to design better catalysts or synthetic routes.
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