The Isomerization of Cyclopropane Follows First Order Kinetics

question 12

Multiple Choice

The isomerization of cyclopropane follows first order kinetics. The rate constant at 700 K is 6.20 *10^-4 min^-1, and the half-life at 760 K is 29.0 min. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction.

• A) 5.07 kJ/mol
• B) 27.0 kJ/mol
• C) 50.7 kJ/mol
• D) 60. kJ/mol
• E) 270. kJ/mol

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