Chemical Kinetics Part II

Question 1

When is the stoichiometric coefficient the order?

Answer 1

1. ) For single stepped reactions

2. ) For elementary steps

Question 2

What 2 elements need to be correct in order to have an acceptable mechanism?

Answer 2

1. ) The overall reaction must match

2. ) The experimental Rate Law must match

Question 3

How do you know which rate (forward or reverse) is more likely to be slow?

Answer 3

The activation energy from the reactants compared to the activation energy from the products.