For a first-order reaction, the rate constant is 0.05 min-1. What is the time required for 75% completion?
Q1. For a first-order reaction, the rate constant is 0.05 min-1. What is the time required for 75% completion?
Answer: 27.72 min
Explanation: For a first-order reaction, t = (ln([A]0/[A])) / k = (ln(100/25)) / 0.05 = 27.72 min.