| − | A '''reaction mechanism''' is a series of [[chemical equation]]s that describe the step-by-step process by which a [[chemical reaction occur]]s. Reaction mechanisms are useful for understanding the [[reaction kinetics]] of the chemical reaction. <ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Chemistry''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998</ref> | + | A '''reaction mechanism''' is a series of [[chemical equation]]s that describe the step-by-step process by which a [[chemical reaction occur]]s. Reaction reactions are useful for understanding the [[reaction]] of the chemical reaction. <ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Chemistry''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998</ref> |