The reaction SO;Cl(g) → SO2(g) + Clk(g) is a first order reaction with a rate constant of 2.2 x 105 s1 at 320 °C. (a) Calculate the half-life for the reaction. (b) What percent of SO2Cl2 is decomposed after heating the substance at 320°C for 2.0 h?

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The reaction SO2Cl2(g) → SO2(g) + Cl(g) is a first order reaction with a
rate constant of 2.2 x 105 s1 at 320 °C.
(a)
(b)
Calculate the half-life for the reaction.
What percent of SO2CI2 is decomposed after heating the substance
at 320°C for 2.0 h?
Transcribed Image Text:The reaction SO2Cl2(g) → SO2(g) + Cl(g) is a first order reaction with a rate constant of 2.2 x 105 s1 at 320 °C. (a) (b) Calculate the half-life for the reaction. What percent of SO2CI2 is decomposed after heating the substance at 320°C for 2.0 h?
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