Asked in HEC Phase I 2017 2017Moderate

Which order reaction obey the expression t1/2 = 1/Ka

Correct answer: B. Second

  • A. First
  • B. Second
  • C. Third
  • D. Zero

Explanation

For a second-order reaction, the half-life is inversely proportional to the initial concentration of the reactant, Hence the correct answer is B. For option A, the Half-life of a first-order reaction is inversely proportional to the concentration of the reactant. For option C, the Half-life of a third-order reaction is inversely proportional to the square of the initial concentration of the reactant. Thus, it is incorrect. For Option D, the Half-life is directly proportional to the initial concentration of reactants.

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