Chapter 13, Problem 13.103QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The rate of the reaction between $\text{NO}$ and ${\text{Cl}}_2$ and the mechanism for the reaction is given. If the given mechanism is correct then the step in the given mechanism that acts as the rate determining step is to be stated.

Concept introduction: According to the rate law the rate of reaction depends on the concentration of reactants that are involved in the reaction. Therefore, for a reaction like $\text{A}\to \text{B}$, the rate law equation is given as,

$\text{Rate}=k{\left[\text{A}\right]}^m$

Where,

• $k$ is the rate constant.
• $m$ is the order of the reaction.

To determine: The step in the given mechanism that acts as the rate determining step.