[OCR] 4

Topic: chemical-bonding-2

Define the terms order of reaction and rate constant. ![img-18.jpeg](img-18.jpeg) ![img-19.jpeg](img-19.jpeg) [19.0m]

Part 1: (a) (i) Define the terms order of reaction and rate constant. [2m]

Part 2: (a) (ii) Use Fig. 4.1 to determine the order of reaction with respect to . [2m]

Part 3: (a) (iii) Use Fig. 4.2 to deduce the order of reaction with respect to , and hence determine the value of the rate constant, , for the reaction. [3m]

Part 4: (a) (iv) Hence, write the rate equation for the reaction in equation 1. [1m]

Part 5: (a) (v) It is proposed that the reaction shown in equation 1 takes place in a single, elementary step. Using your answer in (a)(iv), suggest if you agree with this proposal, giving your reasons. [1m]

Part 6: (a) (vi) Suggest how the presence of a catalyst would affect the magnitudes of the rate constant, , and activation energy, , of the reaction in equation 1. [1m]

Part 7: (b) (i) Use the information given above to draw the first and second steps of the mechanism for the reaction between and . [3m]

Part 8: (b) (ii) Draw the labelled energy profile diagram for the first two steps of the reaction between and . [2m]

Part 9: (c) (i) Write the equation for the overall reaction. [1m]

Part 10: (c) (ii) Using equations 2 and 3, deduce the role of in the overall reaction. Explain your reasoning. [2m]

Part 11: (c) (iii) Suggest a method of "quenching" the reaction, without changing the temperature. [1m]