The Rate of Reaction for the Decomposition of Hydrogen Peroxide

question 43

Multiple Choice

The rate of reaction for the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to yield water and oxygen is represented by the following equation: Rate = k[H₂O₂]. Which of the following is indicated by this equation?

• A) The rate of the reaction is unaffected by the concentration of O₂.
• B) The rate of the reaction will increase with the increasing concentration of H₂O₂.
• C) The rate of the reaction will decrease with the increasing concentration of O₂.
• D) None of these are indicated by the equation.

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