Chapter 13, Problem 13.113QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The decomposition of ${\text{N}}_2\text{O}$ in a two step mechanism is given. The species between $\text{NO}$ and ${\text{N}}_2\text{O}$ that acts as a catalyst for the given decomposition reaction is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The minimum amount of energy that is required for a reaction to occur is known as the activation energy.

To determine: The species between $\text{NO}$ and ${\text{N}}_2\text{O}$ that acts as a catalyst for the given decomposition reaction.