AIIMS2019Chemistry-Chemical Kinetics

AIIMS 2019 Chemistry First Order Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

For a first order reaction, a plot of log(ax)\log(a - x) against time is a straight line with negative slope equal to

A

k2.303\frac{-k}{2.303}

B

2.303k-2.303k

C

2.303k\frac{2.303}{k}

D

Ea2.303R-\frac{E_a}{2.303R}

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In the context of first-order reactions, the equation k=2.303tlog(aax)k = \frac{2.303}{t} \log \left( \frac{a}{a-x} \right) accurately describes the relationship between the rate constant kk, time tt, and the concentrations of reactants, where aa is the initial concentration and xx is the change in concentration. The derivation of this equation shows that the logarithmic relationship is fundamental to first-order kinetics, confirming that the reaction rate is proportional to the concentration of the reactant. Other options are not applicable as they do not provide relevant information or alternative answers concerning the first-order reaction kinetics.

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