Asked in PMC Practice Test 26 (2021) 2021Moderate

In the rate equation R=k[A]a [B]b, order of reaction is _.

Correct answer: D. a + b

  • A. a x b
  • B. a - b
  • C. b - a
  • D. a + b

Explanation

The exponents a+b represents the order of reaction.

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