Chapter 15, Problem 102AE

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Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : At equilibrium the value of $\text{K=}\frac{{\text{k}}_{\text{f}}}{{\text{k}}_{\text{r}}}$ is to be proved.

Concept Introduction :

The Arrhenius equation is used to determine the temperature dependence of the reaction rates. The formula for Arrhenius equation is $k=A{e}^{\frac{-E_a}{RT}}$

  $k=$ Rate constant

  $A=$ Pre-exponential factor

  $E_a=$

Activation energy (in the same units as R*T)

  $R=$ Universal gas constant

  $T=$ Absolute temperature (in Kelvin)

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : A catalyst can increase the rate of forward reaction but not the reverse reaction is that statement is true or false.

Concept Introduction :

The catalysis is the process of increasing the rate of the chemical reaction by addition of substance known as catalyst. This acts repeatedly but not consumed during the reaction. The only few quantity of catalyst is enough to alter the chemical reaction.