MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #5133

The reaction 2NO + O2 -> 2NO2 is third order overall. If the rate law is rate = k[NO]^2[O2], the order with respect to NO is

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #5133

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction 2NO + O2 -> 2NO2 is third order overall. If the rate law is rate = k[NO]^2[O2], the order with respect to NO is

    • A) 1
    • B) 2
    • C) 3
    • D) 0

    Answer: 2

    Explanation: The rate law shows the reaction is second order with respect to NO.