For the Reaction CH₃CHCH₂(g) + HCl(g) → CH₃CHClCH₃(g)

question 56

Short Answer

For the reaction
CH₃CHCH₂(g) + HCl(g) → CH₃CHClCH₃(g)
a possible mechanism is
Fast equilibrium

Fast equilibrium
Complex + (HCl)₂
CH₃CHClCH₃ + 2HCl
Slow
Derive the rate law for this reaction using this mechanism.

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