For a first-order reaction, the rate constant is 0.02 min-1. What is the time required for 90% completion?
Q1. For a first-order reaction, the rate constant is 0.02 min-1. What is the time required for 90% completion?
Answer: 115.13 min
Explanation: For a first-order reaction, t = (ln([A]0/[A])) / k = (ln(100/10)) / 0.02 = 115.13 min.