Collision theory states ..1. the most probable single step reaction is a termolecular (trimolecular) reaction. 2. all reactions have at least two transition states. 3. a reaction can be stopped in the middle to collect transition states. 4. molecules must interact with sufficient energy and in the correct orientation in order to react.

The man of mass m1 and the woman of mass m2 are standing on opposite ends of the platform of mass m0 which moves with negligible friction and is initially at rest with s = 0. the man and woman begin to approach each other. derive an expression for the displacement s of the platform when the two meet in terms of the displacement x1 of the man relative to the platform.