The rate constant for the reaction of H (g) + I (g) → 2HI is 5.4 x 10-4 m-1s-1 at 326oC. 22 At 410oC the rate constant was found to be 2.8x10-2m-1s-1. Calculate (a) the activation energy (b) the high temperature rate constant for this reaction

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The rate constant for the reaction of H (g) + I (g) → 2HI is 5.4 x 10-4 m-1s-1 at 326oC. 22

At 410oC the rate constant was found to be 2.8x10-2m-1s-1. Calculate (a) the activation energy

(b) the high temperature rate constant for this reaction

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