The Rate Constant for a Zero-Order Reaction Is 0

question 122

Multiple Choice

The rate constant for a zero-order reaction is 0.54 L mol^-1 s^-1. What is the half-life of this reaction if the initial concentration is 0.27 mol L^-1?

• A) 2.0 s
• B) 5.0 s
• C) 0.25 s
• D) 6.9 s
• E) 1.3 s

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