If a first-order reaction is complete in , how long will it take to reach completion under the same conditions?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C.
- Step 1: For a first-order reaction, the time required to complete of the reaction () corresponds to two half-lives: .
- Step 2: Given that .
- Step 3: Compute: .
Answer
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Why not the others: assumes a linear zero-order completion rate (); adds a fraction arbitrarily; calculates three half-lives ( completion).
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