If the Reaction 2HI → H₂ + I₂ Is Second

question 91

Multiple Choice

If the reaction 2HI → H₂ + I₂ is second order, which of the following will yield a linear plot?

• A) log [HI] vs. time
• B) [HI] vs. time
• C) ln [HI] vs. time
• D) 1/[HI] vs. time

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