The Balanced Equation for the Reaction of Bromate Ion with Bromide

question 8

Multiple Choice

The balanced equation for the reaction of bromate ion with bromide in acidic solution is
BrO+ 5Br^- + 6H⁺ → 3Br₂ + 3H₂O
At a particular instant in time, the value of -Δ[Br^-]/Δt is 2.0 × 10^-3 mol/L • s. What is the value of Δ[Br₂]/Δt in the same units?

• A) 1.2 × 10^-3
• B) 2.0 × 10^-3
• C) 6.0 × 10^-3
• D) 3.3 × 10^-5
• E) 3.3 × 10^-3

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