Chemistry-Rate of Reaction
NEET Chemistry Rate of Reaction MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
Consider a plot between ln[R] and time for a first-order reaction. Which of the following best describes the slope of this plot?

A
Slope is equal to -k.
B
Slope is equal to k.
C
Slope is equal to 1/k.
D
Slope is equal to -1/k.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
For a first-order reaction, the plot of ln[R] vs. time results in a straight line with a slope of -k, where k is the rate constant.
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