Chapter 13, Problem 13.20A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

For the one-step reaction

$N{O}_2\left(g\right) + CO\left(g\right) \to NO\left(g\right) + C{O}_2\left(g\right)$

Draw four possible ways that the two reactant molecules can collide and ascertain the one that is most likely to result in a successful reaction.

Concept Introduction:

Draw the electronic dot structure of the reactants, and then see which of the collision will produce a successful new C-O bond.