If rate constants for decomposition of , formation of and formation of are K1, K2 and K3, respective — Chemical Kinetics Chemistry Question
Question
If rate constants for decomposition of $N_2O_5$, formation of $NO_2$ and formation of $O_2$ are K1, K2 and K3, respectively, then
Answer: D
💡 Solution & Explanation
Rate = -1/2 d[$N_2O_5$]/dt = 1/4 d[$NO_2$]/dt = d[$O_2$]/dt. Substituting the rate constants: 1/2 K1 [$N_2O_5$] = 1/4 K2 [$N_2O_5$] = K3 [$N_2O_5$] => 1/2 K1 = 1/4 K2 = K3 => 2K1 = K2 = 4K3.
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