Chemistry-Order of Reaction

NEET Chemistry Order of Reaction Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12

Assertion (A): The order of a reaction can be determined by plotting the natural logarithm of reactant concentration against time. | Reason (R): A straight line with a negative slope indicates a first-order reaction.

A

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In the NCERT context, plotting ln[R] against time gives a straight line with a negative slope for first-order reactions, confirming both statements.

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