Chemistry · Differential and integral forms of zero and first-order reactions, their characteristics and half-lives

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In a first order reaction, the concentration of reactant is reduced to \( 1 / 8 \) of the initial concentration in 75 minutes at \( 298 K . \) What is the half-life period of the reaction in minutes?

  • A. 50 min
  • B. 15 min
  • C. 30 \) min
  • D. 25 min

Step-by-step solution

For a first order reaction, ln([A]₀/[A]) = kt. Given [A] = (1/8)[A]₀, ln(8) = 3 ln2 = k * 75 min, so k = (3 ln2)/75 = (ln2)/25. Half-life t₁/₂ = ln2/k = 25 min.
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