Chemistry-Activation Energy

NEET Chemistry Activation Energy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

If the rate constant for a first order reaction is 60 s⁻¹, how long will it take for the concentration of the reactant to decrease to 1/16th of its initial value?

A

0.0578 s

B

0.1156 s

C

0.2312 s

D

0.3468 s

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

For a first order reaction, the time taken to reduce to 1/16th of the initial concentration involves using the formula t = (ln 16) / k, where k = 60 s⁻¹.

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