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Rate of formation of SO3 in the reaction 2SO2 + O2 → 2SO3 is 2 moles min-1. Hence rate of disappearance of SO2 will be:

Correct answer: A. 2 moles min-1

  • A. 2 moles min-1
  • B. 4 moles min-1
  • C. 8 moles min-1
  • D. 3 moles min-1

Explanation

Stoichiometric ratio of SO2 : SO3 = 2 : 2 = 1 : 1 Rate of formation of SO3 = 2 moles min -1 As the ratio is 1 : 1 ∴ rate of formation of SO3 = rate of disappearance of SO2 Rate of disappearance of SO2 = 2 mole min-1

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