A certain first-order reaction has a rate constant of 2.15×10−2 s−1 at 20 ∘C. What is the value of k at 55 ∘C if Ea = 72.0 kJ/mol ?

Explanation:

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In this case, according to the given information, it turns out possible for us to calculate the rate constant at 55 °C by using the temperature-variable version of the Arrhenius equation:

Thus, we plug in the temperatures, activation energy and universal constant of gases in consistent units to obtain:

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