Chapter 20, Problem 20.76E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The expected rate law for the given mechanism of the chlorination of methane is to be determined with the given assumption. The way in which it can be determined that the given mechanism is correct or incorrect is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The rate of a reaction is defined as the speed by which the reaction is proceeding. The rate of reaction depends on several factors such as the concentration of reactant and temperature. The rate of reaction is represented as,

$\text{rate}=k{\left[\text{reactant}\right]}^n$