Chapter 6.3, Problem 3P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

It is to be determined whether the two-step sequence depicted is consistent with the second-order kinetic behavior for the hydrolysis of methyl bromide.

Concept Introduction:

For a reaction that involves a series of steps, the slowest step determines the kinetic behavior. This step is called the rate determining step.

The order of a reaction is determined by the number of molecules involved in the rate determining step.