The rate constant for decomposition of azomethane at 425°C is 0.68s CH,N=NCH,(g)N(g) + C,H,(g) a) Based on the units of the rate constant, is the reaction zeroth-, first-, or second-order? b) If 2.0 g azomethane is placed in a 2.0-L flask and heated to 425°C, what mass of azomethane remains after 5.0 s? c) How long does it take for the mass of azomethane to drop to 0,24 g?

The rate constant for decomposition of azomethane at 425°C is 0.68s CH,N=NCH,(g)N(g) + C,H,(g) a) Based on the units of the rate constant, is the reaction zeroth-, first-, or second-order? b) If 2.0 g azomethane is placed in a 2.0-L flask and heated to 425°C, what mass of azomethane remains after 5.0 s? c) How long does it take for the mass of azomethane to drop to 0,24 g?

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