Chemistry-Order of Reaction

NEET Chemistry Order of Reaction Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12

Assertion (A): The order of a reaction can be determined by analyzing the plot of ln [R] against time. | Reason (R): For a first order reaction, the plot of ln [R] against time is a straight line with a negative slope.

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

The NCERT context states that for a first order reaction, the plot of ln [R] against time is a straight line with slope = –k, which aids in determining the reaction order.

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