Question

The reaction 2 no(g) + cl2(g) → 2 nocl(g) is carried out in a closed vessel. if the partial pressure of no is decreasing at a rate of 184 torr/min, what is the rate of change of the total pressure in the vessel? the sign of the answer is important.

Answer 1

Answer:

92.0 torr/min.

Explanation:

• For the reaction: 2NO(g) + Cl₂(g) → 2NOCl(g).

∵ The rate of the reaction = - 1/2(ΔP)NO/Δt = - (ΔP)Cl₂/Δt = 1/2(ΔP)NOCl/Δt.

∵ (ΔP)NO/Δt = - 184 torr/min.

∴ The rate of change of the total pressure in the vessel = - 1/2(ΔP)NO/Δt = (- 1/2)(- 184 torr/min) = 92.0 torr/min.