The specific rate constant of a first order reaction depends on the:
Correct answer: D. D: Temperature
- A. A: Concentration of the reactant
- B. B: Time
- C. C: Concentration of the product
- D. D: Temperature
Explanation
The rate constant of a first-order reaction is primarily dependent on temperature. This is described by the Arrhenius equation, which shows that the rate constant increases with an increase in temperature, due to higher kinetic energy and more effective collisions among molecules. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they suggest dependencies on concentrations or time, which do not affect the intrinsic rate constant of a first-order reaction.
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