Nitrous oxide (N₂O) is used as an anesthetic (laughing gas). It is a potent greenhouse gas and decomposes slowly to N₂ and 0₂: 2N2O (g)--> 2 N2 (g) + O2(g) a. If the plot of In[N₂O] as a function of time is linear, what is the rate law for the reaction? b. How many half-lives will it take for the concentration of the N₂O to reach 6.25 % of its original concentration?

Nitrous oxide (N₂O) is used as an anesthetic (laughing gas). It is a potent greenhouse gas and decomposes slowly to N₂ and 0₂: 2N2O (g)--> 2 N2 (g) + O2(g) a. If the plot of In[N₂O] as a function of time is linear, what is the rate law for the reaction? b. How many half-lives will it take for the concentration of the N₂O to reach 6.25 % of its original concentration?

Chemistry: The Molecular Science

5th Edition

ISBN:9781285199047

Author:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Publisher:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Chapter11: Chemical Kinetics: Rates Of Reactions

Section11.7: Reaction Mechanisms

Problem 11.12E

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