In a zero-order reaction, the rate is independent of:
Correct answer: B. The concentration of reactants.
- A. The temperature of the reaction
- B. The concentration of reactants.
- C. Concentration of products
- D. Catalyst used
Explanation
Zero order reactions are those in which the concentration of the reactants does not change over time and the concentration rates remain constant. Unlike the other orders of reaction, it has a rate that is independent of the reactant concentrations. This is why increasing or decreasing the concentration of the reacting species has no effect on the reaction rate.
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