Chapter 14, Problem 14.80SP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The data required to determine the order of reaction and rate constant for the given thermal decomposition reaction needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

The rate law for any reaction is written in the form as follows:

$R=k{\left[A\right]}^n$

Here, R is rate of the reaction, k is rate constant $\left[A\right]$ is concentration of reactant and n is order of the reaction.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The method of determining whether the reaction is zeroth order, first order or second order needs to be explained using the data.

Concept introduction:

The rate law for any reaction is written in the form as follows:

$R=k{\left[A\right]}^n$

Here, R is rate of the reaction, k is rate constant $\left[A\right]$ is concentration of reactant and n is order of the reaction.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The method of determining the rate constant needs to be explained.

Concept introduction:

The rate law for any reaction is written in the form as follows:

$R=k{\left[A\right]}^n$

Here, R is rate of the reaction, k is rate constant $\left[A\right]$ is concentration of reactant and n is order of the reaction.