Sulfuryl chloride decomposes according to the equation SO2Cl2(g) → SO2(g) + Cl2(g) Using the following initial-rate data, determine the order of the reaction with respect to SO2Cl2:

[SO2Cl2]0 /mol L–1 Initial rate of reaction of SO2Cl2(g) / mol L–1s–1

0.10 2.2 x 10-6

0.20 4.4 x 10-6

0.30 6.6 x 10-6

0.40 8.8 x 106

Calculate the rate constant

answer is: nuclear fusion produces elements that are heavier than helium.

nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.  

for example, fusion of hydrogen atoms at the sun.  

this fusion nuclear reaction is in the inner core of the sun and hydrogen (atomic number 1) is conveted into helium (atomic number 2).  

the inner core is the central region of the sun and all solar energy is produced in the core by nuclear fusion.