The thermal decomposition of nitryl chloride is proposed to occur by the followi

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The thermal decomposition of nitryl chloride is proposed to occur by the following mechanism:

(1) What is the equation for the overall reaction? Use the smallest integer coefficients possible. If a box is not needed, leave it blank.

(2) Which species acts as a catalyst? Enter formula. If none, leave box blank:

(3) Which species acts as a reaction intermediate? Enter formula. If none, leave box blank:

(4) Complete the rate law for the overall reaction that is consistent with this mechanism.

(Use the form k[A]m[B]n... , where '1' is understood (so don't write it) for m, n etc.)

Rate =

Explanation / Answer

(1) The overall reaction will be

2NO2Cl ------ 2NO2 + Cl2

(2) There is no catalyst in the reaction

(3) There is Cl intermediate in the reaction, since it produced and used in the reaction itself

(4) Rate law of the reaction = k[NO2Cl]

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