(a)
Interpretation:
The order of the given reaction has to be determined.
Concept introduction:
Order of a reaction: The sum of exponents of the concentrations in the rate law for the reaction is said to be order of a reaction.
Mechanism of a reaction: The representation of step by step process involved in the chemical process is said to be mechanism of a
(b)
Interpretation:
How the order depends on the initial pressure has to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Order of a reaction: The sum of exponents of the concentrations in the rate law for the reaction is said to be order of a reaction.
Mechanism of a reaction: The representation of step by step process involved in the chemical process is said to be mechanism of a chemical reaction.
(c)
Interpretation:
The mechanism of the reaction vary with pressure. This is has to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Order of a reaction: The sum of exponents of the concentrations in the rate law for the reaction is said to be order of a reaction.
Mechanism of a reaction: The representation of step by step process involved in the chemical process is said to be mechanism of a chemical reaction.
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