The First-Order Reaction, SO₂Cl₂ → SO₂ + Cl₂, Has a Half-Life

question 79

Multiple Choice

The first-order reaction, SO₂Cl₂ → SO₂ + Cl₂, has a half-life of 8.75 hours at 593 K. How long will it take for the concentration of SO₂Cl₂ to fall to 16.5% of its initial value?

• A) 0. 143 hr
• B) 2.28 hr
• C) 6.99 hr
• D) 22.8 hr

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