Chapter 13.5, Problem 12PE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The mechanism is given for the reaction of $\text{NO}$ with ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}$. The validation of the given mechanism is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The rate of a chemical reaction is defined as a change in the concentration of reactant as well as products with respect to the time.

The rate law expression for a bimolecular reaction is,

$\text{Rate}=k{\left[\text{A}\right]}^m{\left[B\right]}^n$

To determine: If the given mechanism for the reaction of $\text{NO}$ with ${\text{N}}_2$ is valid.