Chapter 14, Problem 14.90QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The activation energy of the decomposition reaction and the rate constant at $\text{300}\text{K}$ are to be calculated.

Concept introduction: Arrhenius equation describes the relationship between rate constant of a reaction, activation energy, absolute temperature and the frequency factor.

To determine: The activation energy for the given reaction.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The rate constant for the given reaction at $\text{300}\text{K}$.