The Reaction,A + 2B → B₂ + A,proceeds by the Following

question 22

Multiple Choice

The reaction,A + 2B → B₂ + A,proceeds by the following mechanism: (A is a catalyst.) A + B → AB
(slow)
AB + B → B₂ + A
(fast)
What is the rate law expression for this reaction?

• A) Rate = k[A]
• B) Rate = k[B]
• C) Rate = k[A][B]
• D) Rate = k[A][B]²
• E) Rate = k[A]²[B]

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