The reaction 2a + b - - > c + d has an activation energy of 80.0 kj/mol. at 320°c, the rate constant k = 1.80 x 10-2 l mol-1 s-1. what would be the value of k at 450°c?

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Matey

12 March, 13:36

The reaction 2a + b - - > c + d has an activation energy of 80.0 kj/mol. at 320°c, the rate constant k = 1.80 x 10-2 l mol-1 s-1. what would be the value of k at 450°c?

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Kailey Osborn · Answer 1

To determine the k for the second condition, we use the Arrhenius equation which relates the rates of reaction at different temperatures. We do as follows:

ln k1/k2 = E / R (1/T2 - 1/T1) where E is the activation energy and R universal gas constant.

ln 1.80x10^-2 / k2 = 80000 / 8.314 (1/723.15 - 1/593.15)

k2 = 0.3325 L / mol-s