Chapter 6, Problem 6.22P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation: A rate equation for the given indicated mechanism is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The rate equation is given as,

$\text{Rate}=k{\left[\text{A}\right]}^x{\left[\text{B}\right]}^y$

The order of reaction depends on the exponents $x$ and $y$. It is calculated as the sum of exponents. Rate equation gives the information regarding the mechanism of the reaction.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation: A rate equation for the given indicated mechanism is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The rate equation is given as,

$\text{Rate}=k{\left[\text{A}\right]}^x{\left[\text{B}\right]}^y$

The order of reaction depends on the exponents $x$ and $y$. It is calculated as the sum of exponents. Rate equation gives the information regarding the mechanism of the reaction.