1. The rate constant (k) for a reaction was measured as a function of temperature. A plot of Ink versus 1/T (in K) is linear and has a slope of -1.01 x 104 K. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction.

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1. The rate constant (k) for a reaction was measured as a function of temperature. A plot of Ink
versus 1/T (in K) is linear and has a slope of -1.01 x 104 K. Calculate the activation energy for this
reaction.
Transcribed Image Text:1. The rate constant (k) for a reaction was measured as a function of temperature. A plot of Ink versus 1/T (in K) is linear and has a slope of -1.01 x 104 K. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction.
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